4:12 Newcastle Tips

Tasevar had been running well and placing behind in-form horses, so the win five days ago was deserved. Came late and fast and held on by a small margin. That form took a big boost yesterday when the second, Franceis, beat one on a long winning run, Aisling Oscar. That one is rated 75, which makes the selection's mark of 71 look fair now.

Historical peak of this horse was around 75, and that essentially means racing at 68 he is almost 7 lb well in. His course form reads 1-5-1, and he arrives after a gutsy win over C&D 9 days ago, where he defied a slow surface to beat front-runner, who is among the principals here. Mark Winn has been racing reasonably well, with a second with Popty Ping yesterday.

I was on this one last time out when he went down by a nose over this C&D under the useful 5 lb claimer Warren Fentiman. The jockey booked today is claiming 7 lb and he's had a fantastic start to his career with 4 wins from his last 18 rides on the AW. He's also 2 from 4 at this course. The horse's new trainer clearly looks to have improved the horse, and compensation could be on the cards here.

A remarkably successful and dependable Class 5/6 veteran, renowned for his longevity, consistency, and 'Legend' status at Newcastle, where he has shown exceptional dominance, achieving 11 of his 17 victories. Even at the age of 12, he continues to win races, demonstrating his value as a profitable horse for bettors over the years. Supporting him throughout his career would have netted a 64% ROI. He is undoubtedly a solid each-way bet at favourable odds.

Won over course and distance in September but has struggled since. A fourth place here a week ago was more encouraging, and given he's now 3 lb below his last winning mark, he should be competitive.