2:50 Lingfield Tips

Has had the perfect prep for this outing, winning over C&D 14 days ago. Ryan Moore was jocked up that day for a comfy 3¾-length win off 93. Goes off today on 102, Ryan on board again, and heavy market support suggests this grey is expected to repeat in this Listed contest.

Marshman is a colt who has shown high-class form at Lingfield on the all-weather, including a decisive win over today’s trip where he travelled strongly and quickened clear before being eased late, which confirms the surface and distance suit him very well. He has also produced strong efforts in higher-grade races, finishing close up within two lengths of the winner, which shows he can operate at this level or above. With conditions again in his favour and his profile suggesting he runs well fresh, he looks capable of delivering another bold performance.

Diligent Harry won a G3 carrying 9-5 last summer after a break. Although he was only midfield for the last two runs in G3 and G1, I think the drop to listed company carrying 9-2 after a short break could be worth a shot.

Won last start in August in a Group 2 at York at this distance. Balding is a great trainer, and this sort also won on debut, so will not be phased by the comeback run.

This runner is progressing well, and at 4 years old he is still showing improvement. This listed company is still slightly high for him, but he has proven himself with a few wins and places in better company. He is likely to go close once again.

Accrual is a good horse and keeps improving with consistent Lingfield form. Travels strongly, finishes races well, and has been thriving since joining Loughnane. Listed company asks more, but recent figures suggest he belongs at this level.