4:45 Carlisle Tips

Shipshape has been remarkably consistent this season, with a recent sequence of 2-1-2-1-1-2 making him difficult to overlook. Crucially, he's already proven over 1m6f and has enough stamina for Carlisle's long uphill finish without lacking tactical speed. His trainer has found an excellent rhythm with him this year, while Oisin Orr is a very positive booking and should suit a horse who needs to settle before gradually building into his challenge.

Ran to form back up to 16f beaten 4 1/2l in a handicap at York last time; trainer in form; effective up to 13-16f, acts on sound surface; slight drop in trip no issue, chance once again.

Two firsts and three seconds last May and June. Yet to bother the front this term in three runs. Just 15/20 at York in a Class Two race last time out. This looks easier, and he could get involved. EW bet.