3:55 Ripon Tips

Swiped has been in excellent form lately, winning 3 of his last 4 races and continuing to progress in handicaps. He arrives here off the back of another strong performance and looks capable of coping with the rise in weights. Win bet

Only 1-16 and no win since debut, but has been running fairly consistently this season since arriving with Roger Fell. Was a very solid 2nd off this mark at York in June. Needs a bit more, but should be capable of getting his head back in front soon.

Representing the Tina Jackson yard, His Finest Hour makes plenty of appeal as he steps back onto Ripon's undulating turf tomorrow afternoon. The five-year-old gelding put in a hugely encouraging effort when finishing a close third over course and distance earlier this month, blowing away any cobwebs following a lengthy break. Dropped down to a dangerous handicap mark of 71, he is exceptionally well-treated compared to his peak form in higher-grade handicaps. Sited in a competitive 1m 2f contest, he possesses the early tactical rhythm and stamina required to negotiate Ripon's challenging topography. With Joanna Mason booked to ride, he looks poised to take a significant step forward from his seasonal reappearance and mount a serious challenge at a big price.