8:30 Wolverhampton Tips

Call Glory hasn't won for over 2 years, but his handicap mark rose to 81 after that win. That rating has been in steady decline and is now down to an all-time low of 49. He ran a creditable fourth last time over this course and distance, racing from a wide draw. He is better drawn tonight and could be back to winning ways with a clear run.

Havana Club won the other day by a length in hand, which could have easily been more. Connections look to be striking while the iron is hot. Even with top weight, Havana Club could be hard to beat.

Back to 6f after finishing off strongly over 5f here last time out. I think he can get the extra distance at 6f. He likes the all-weather track and has been running consistently. The draw is workable, and he's running for the in-form Jack Jones yard. He has a dangerous late kick that can work in his favour tonight.

While his recent form looks poor (three consecutive 8th-place finishes), it tells a misleading story about his class. This horse previously competed for a much bigger stable (Roger Varian) off a rating as high as 63 and showed promise in higher-grade races. He is now running off a career-low mark of 52 and has only recently joined trainer Joey Ramsden. Apprentice Andrea Pinna claims a huge 7 lb, effectively dropping this horse's weight down to a featherlight level. He is incredibly well treated based on his ability from a year ago and the severe drop in the handicap. Track & Trip The 6f 20y trip on the Wolverhampton Tapeta is competitive, but his ability to handle the all-weather is proven. His last run was over this distance and, despite finishing 8th, he was beaten by less than three lengths in a bunched finish, showing he is competitive when carrying little weight. His wide draw (stall 5) is not a major disadvantage at this track, and he is now fully race-fit after a string of runs.

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