14:00 ludlow Wednesday 18th February 2026

ISLAND BRIDGE (3) aims to turn a pair of runner-up efforts into a triumph. Placed second contesting a Leicester maiden hurdle after filling the same spot in a maiden hurdle at this venue last month. May go one better. DOCTOR ON CALL (2) is racing consistently with a win and two placings prior to just missing the frame last time when fourth in a Taunton maiden hurdle a month ago. Managed third at Windsor and second at Fontwell Park prior. Expected to challenge. ASSERTIVE WALK (1) is yet to score in two career starts. Did place both occasions including a second on hurdle debut at Windsor New Years Day. Will be thereabouts.