8:50 Leicester Tips

The Tunguska Event was 5 L sixth of 12 over 5 f on tapeta last time but has form on turf too. Better over the 6 f ( gets that here) and the turf win was in the hands of tonight's apprentice off a mark of 63. This company and only a pound more give him a very good chance with that jockey removing 5 pounds.

Two runs last month for the 3yo filly after coming off a five month break. She was 2nd of 6 on her return and a long way clear of the rest. She was a close 3rd on her next start and clear of the rest. That last run came after just two days rest and she's had a three week break now. Worth another chance.

Crafty Blue looks well placed to go close after showing consistent form in recent starts. A return to Leicester could suit, and if settling into a good early rhythm, this experienced runner has the pace to make a strong challenge in the closing stages. A repeat of recent efforts would put Crafty Blue firmly in the mix.

Nigel Tinkler's 3-year-old gelding returns to the track where he ran a storming second in a massive 17-runner handicap back in April. He proved his winning ability by scoring over 7f at Redcar in May and bounced back from a quiet run to finish a sharp third over 6f at Doncaster late last month. Running off a mark of 62, the yard is fitting him with first-time cheekpieces (p1) to help sharpen up his focus. Apprentice Alex Jary maintains the ride and claims a valuable 3lb. If the headgear helps him settle into an early tracking rhythm over Leicester's stiff 6 furlongs, he looks primed for a massive each-way run at around 9/1