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02 May 2026
17:55 5:55 Newmarket
Classic Encounter
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+750
Lose
-50
Classic Encountered ran a fair race in the Spring Mile at Doncaster, which should have set him up nicely for this. He didn't have the best of draws at Doncaster, so that run could be marked up a little. He has shown a liking for the Rowley Mile on his previous visits, and that also gives some confidence in his chances this time.
16:25 4:25 Thirsk
Equity Law
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+700
Lose
-50
A few of these don't look ready to win just now, but Equity Law has the look of one about to strike. He stepped forward from his first run to his second, and he will most likely progress again. He showed a liking for Thirsk last year, which he can hopefully continue this season.
15:45 3:45 Punchestown
Montregard
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+550
Lose
-50
Tom Lacey is a trainer who wouldn't send a horse all the way to Ireland if he didn't think it had a better-than-average chance. Montregard has been thwarted by very quick ground recently on this side of the Irish Sea, but shouldn't have that problem this time around. He has very strong form going right-handed, particularly at Ascot, so Punchestown should be to his liking. He's a fast-improving seven-year-old who has much more to offer, I believe.
14:55 2:55 Newmarket
Frost At Dawn
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@+650
Lose
-50
The ground at Newmarket seemed to be quite quick on Friday, and that is certainly a positive for the chances of Frost At Dawn in the Palace House. He's not been the most prolific winner, but his great efforts in the King Charles III at Royal Ascot and the Nunthorpe at York, both Group Ones, give me hope that he can take this Group 3 on his preferred ground.
14:40 2:40 Thirsk
Mirsky
Daily Racing
50 WINNOTENon runners at 10.0 or more so no R4 deduction
@+800
Win
400
Mirsky was at his best in the early part of 2025 and shaped well on his seasonal debut at Musselburgh in their first Sunday Series fixtures. The O'Meara horses have seemed to improve markedly from their first runs, so I expect Mirsky to be competitive here. The handicapper dropped him a pound for that Musselburgh run, and every little helps, as they say.
13:35 1:35 Thirsk
Tamam Star
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@-136
Lose
-50
I felt that Tamam Star was a little unlucky at Musselburgh on Sunday, as he didn't get any luck in running. He looked to me plenty sharp enough on his debut and well capable of winning at the minimum trip. He reappears quickly, and, as long as there are no ill effects from his debut, he must be the one to beat. I doubt Karl Burke would run him if he had any doubts.
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01 May 2026
20:10 8:10 Newcastle
Lions House
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+1000
Lose
-50
It's less than a year since Lion's House won off a mark of 78, minus five with the apprentice's claim. He races here off 69, so there are possibilities if he is on a going day. This race is run in memory of Tommie Jakes, who rode a lot for Lion's House's trainer, Linda Perratt, and I think she would love to win this particular race. Jakes was the claimer who did the steering on the selection in the Southwell race mentioned already. This would be a very poignant and appropriate winner.
17:25 5:25 Punchestown
Noble Park
Daily Racing
25 EW
@+1800
Lose
-50
Nicky Henderson hasn't had a winner at this meeting so far, but he has a chance with Noble Park. This one has looked much better as a chaser than a hurdler and is lightly raced, so improvement looks assured. He's also avoided the other spring festivals, so he arrives here fresher than most. At 18/1 an each-way bet could reap a reward.
17:15 5:15 Newmarket
Lady Roxby
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+350
Lose
-50
Lady Roxby improved throughout 2025, and there's no reason why she can't maintain that in 2026. She ran a quite encouraging race on seasonal debut at Kempton, which should have her cherry ripe for this. Michael Herrington is a very underrated trainer who is currently in good form.
16:15 4:15 Punchestown
Cause For Comment
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+900
Lose
-50
Most of the fancied runners here are very well exposed and unlikely to be progressive. Cause For Comment, on the other hand, is just a novice really, but what he's shown so far has been quite encouraging. Interestingly, Patrick Mullins is on board, which may be an indication that Cause For Comment is above average.
15:15 3:15 Goodwood
Rosario
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@+700
Lose
-50
Here's a very tough-looking sprint handicap, just what we like. Rosario is two pounds lower than when he won this race last year and has shown a liking for the track on other occasions. He put up plenty of good performances last year, including a very good third in the Portland at Doncaster. He did spoil his chances a couple of times with poor starts, so we need to hope that doesn't happen. All in all, I think he should go close.
14:35 2:35 Ascot
Miss Alpilles
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+1600
Lose
-50
With Ed Walker carrying all before him, I want to risk a small amount that Miss Alpilles will continue to progress following a fine season last year. She's proved she stays the two miles, gets the mares' allowance, and should relish the quick ground. Improvement is required to win at this level, but she looks the sort capable of showing more.
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30 April 2026
17:25 5:25 Punchestown
Kopek Des Bordes
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@-249
Lose
-50
Kopek Des Bordes missed most of the season following an injury but ran a very good race in the Arkle despite his lengthy absence. Assuming he hasn't had any reaction to that run, he should be able to take this valuable prize. He's no price at all, but it's hard to argue he should be any bigger.
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29 April 2026
18:05 6:05 Punchestown
Gaelic Warrior
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@+120
Win
60
This has the feel of a match about it, and I strongly fancy the Gold Cup winner to come out on top, thereby reversing the form of their last encounter at Leopardstown. Gaelic Warrior was a better horse in the spring of last season, and his performance in the Gold Cup last time was exceptional. I'm surprised he's showing at odds against currently.
16:15 4:15 Punchestown
Le Frimeur
Daily Racing
50 WINNAPNOTEBest Odds Guaranteed SP 19.00 used instead of 15.00 takenBOG
@+1800
Win
900
Le Frimeur takes a steep rise in class here, but he's clearly a very progressive hurdler who hasn't been to the well too often this season. Harry Derham has targeted races successfully at this meeting before, and he might have a good-price winner here.
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28 April 2026
18:05 6:05 Punchestown
Majborough
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@+250
Lose
-50
Majborough is a hugely talented racehorse who unfortunately comes with a warning, as he can make the odd howler during a race. That trait means he hasn't delivered to his full potential, but it also means he is probably a bigger price than he really should be. He won his only race here, jumping very well on that occasion, and I think he's worth chancing.
15:50 3:50 Epsom Downs
Sing Us A Song
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+275
Lose
-50
Sing Us A Song was his own worst enemy last season, squandering his chances by being unruly in the stalls and missing the break. He was gelded prior to his final run of the year, which saw him behave much better and win. Ralph Beckett publicly stated that he held him in high regard, which leads me to think he can win races this year, starting with this historic handicap.
15:05 3:05 Punchestown
Laughing John
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+650
Lose
-50
Nicky Henderson doesn't send that many horses to the Punchestown Festival, but he has had quite a bit of success over the years with those that have turned up there. The lightly raced Laughing John looks a bit of a plot horse in this very competitive handicap. He has only had two runs this season, and the manner of his win in the Warwick qualifier for this was very impressive. He looks sure to improve again and, with luck, can be a major player.
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27 April 2026
17:30 5:30 Wolverhampton
Rainwater
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+500
Lose
-50
With the Fahey yard in such good form, this might be the race for Rainwater. He has run well at Wolverhampton on a number of occasions and would have finished closer at Southwell last time had he not found trouble at the wrong time. He has one of the strongest amateurs on board, so there are plenty of reasons to be optimistic.
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26 April 2026
18:45 6:45 Musselburgh
Montezuma
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+250
Lose
-50
Montezuma has been a revelation so far this season and has a huge chance to follow up on his win here a fortnight ago. Jim Goldie has already brought out plenty of improvement in his charge this season, and there is more to come for sure. Rumour on the track last time indicated that he was nailed on, and hopefully there will be a similar vibe again.
18:15 6:15 Musselburgh
Talismans Time
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+400
Lose
-50
Here's another race where there are very few who can win. The short-price favourite may well be ahead of his mark, but I wouldn't be willing to take the odds on offer. Talismanstime won well at Hamilton before running in the Melrose at York. He completely blew out that day, which I think was due to the occasion getting to him and not allowing him to run his race. Back in calmer waters, in a much more relaxed atmosphere, he can get back to winning ways, assuming he stays the longer trip.
17:45 5:45 Musselburgh
Persuasion
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+450
Win
225
A lot of positives fall into place for Persuasion here. He is best on turning tracks, acts on the ground, and has landed the plum draw in stall one. He is also very well handicapped on his best form, including when winning here last April. The Barrons are shrewd operators, and their booking of the excellent Cal Rodriguez bodes well for a bold showing.
17:15 5:15 Musselburgh
Night Breeze
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@+450
Lose
-50
There are very few in this race that can be fancied, and the one I fancy most is Night Breeze. He has form in much better races than this and enjoys a very good win record on turf. He has raced on the all-weather most recently, showing more promise last time at Newcastle. Ian Williams does well with staying types, and he's found a great opportunity here.
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25 April 2026
16:10 4:10 Ripon
Vince LAmour
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+750
Lose
-50
Vince L'Amour hasn't won at this level before; however, there are reasons to give him a good shout on this occasion. He ran a big race at Musselburgh last time, where he wasn't best drawn, and came up against a rapidly improving sprinter in Montezuma. He has won at Ripon before, which is a huge positive, as this is very much a track that doesn't suit every horse. He's very straightforward, and Amie Waugh just needs to get him out smartly, point him in the right direction, and lead them a merry dance. He might be able to lead all the way.
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15:45 3:45 Haydock
Strength of Spirit
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@+275
Lose
-50
I thought Strength of Spirit won with a little in hand on his seasonal debut at Musselburgh at Easter and should be able to continue his progression. He has been raised four pounds for that victory, and with Jack Nicholls able to claim five, he is effectively a pound below his winning mark from last time. This does look a more competitive race than the Musselburgh one, but Karl Burke has his horses in tremendous form at the moment.
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15:30 3:30 Sandown
Henrys Friend
Daily Racing
25 EWNAP
@+2500
Lose
-50
There has been an awful lot of negative comment about this card, and this race in particular, this week, but it remains a very competitive handicap whatever the quality of the participants. Henry's Friend hasn't been the most consistent of horses, but has shown some fair form at times. He is only a pound higher here compared to his winning performance at Ascot earlier in the season. He's avoided the worst of the winter ground, which makes him one of the fresher runners in the field. He looks quite attractively priced at 25/1.
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14:05 2:05 Leicester
Strike Red
Daily Racing
50 WINNOTEBest Odds Guaranteed SP 13.00 used instead of 7.00 takenBOG
@+1200
Win
600
The new father-and-son combo of Richard and Peter Fahey have been among the winners this week, which clearly indicates the string's wellbeing. Strike Red was second in this last year, and he looks amazingly well treated on that performance. He has run a few poor races since then but did show some promise in his only race so far this season. Hopefully his mark isn't too good to be true.
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24 April 2026
15:00 3:00 Sandown
Field Of Gold
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@-109
Lose
-50
Field of Gold showed top-class form last season and looks the one to be with, assuming he's 100% ready for this challenge. The main danger appears to be Zeus Olympios; however, his form hasn't reached the heights of Field of Gold yet.
14:05 2:05 Perth
Fever Dream
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+350
Lose
-50
Fever Dream appears to be a better horse away from soft winter ground. He had a break over the winter before having two runs to tune him up for this marathon handicap. He was strikingly impressive when he won at Warwick last time. He has gone up eight pounds for that win, but this looks like the plan for this race.
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23 April 2026
17:15 5:15 Perth
Casual Observer
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@+300
Lose
-50
In an open-looking handicap, I think the Harry Dereham-trained Casual Observer might be able to defy top weight. He is very lightly raced and has shown enough in his two chases to date to suggest he could win over three miles at this level.
15:40 3:40 Perth
Statuario
Daily Racing
50 WINNAPNOTEBest Odds Guaranteed SP 6.50 used instead of 4.50 takenDead heat Winner so return divided by 2BOGDH
@+550
Win
112
Statuario has a great record at Perth and can win again. He gives almost a stone to two horses that have serious questions to answer, and I think he is better than the others in the field.
14:52 2:52 Beverley
Im Next
Daily Racing
50 WINNOTEBest Odds Guaranteed SP 2.38 used instead of 2.25 takenBOG
@+137
Win
68
I'm Next is short enough here, but he looks like an improving sprinter from the very prolific yard of Tim Easterby. He finished a good second here last week on his seasonal debut and will surely be better for that run. He has one bit of eye-catching form from last season, when beating Montezuma (giving three pounds) at Musselburgh. That Jim Goldie horse has clearly improved over the winter, but that was a good performance in September from the selection.
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21 April 2026
17:05 5:05 Pontefract
Hidden Verse
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+332
Lose
-50
Hidden Verse wasn't knocked about on his seasonal debut at Bath last time, and should come on for that run. He's landed the plum stall here and has the benefit of Rossa Ryan aboard.
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20 April 2026
16:30 4:30 Kelso
Newport
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+600
Lose
-50
Newport was a fair second to Travis Wheatley at Newcastle, and that one was only beaten by the bad ground at Ayr on Friday. Newport can build on the Newcastle run for his currently in-form yard in what looks a very ordinary handicap.
15:30 3:30 Kelso
Cadell
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+1100
Lose
-50
The favourite, Wolfburg, was very impressive winning the Go North final he ran in at Carlisle. However, he has come up short over this trip previously. Indeed, the trainer stated previously that he felt three miles was too far. There are question marks surrounding all of the others. Cadell hasn't been running well lately but is back near his last winning mark. He won when blinkers were first applied here earlier in the season, and the switch to the visor now might be the catalyst for a better showing. I expect he will make the running and could get the others in trouble in the jumping stakes.
15:00 3:00 Kelso
Joecooker
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+500
Lose
-50
Joecooker can get his reward for a series of consistent efforts in this handicap. It's a lesser race than he finished third in last time over this course and distance. The handicapper has dropped him a pound after that last effort, which is always helpful.
14:30 2:30 Kelso
Kilmore Rock
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@+900
Win
450
Kilmore Rock looked much nearer his best at Musselburgh last time, a race I think he was specifically aimed at. Hopefully he will be in similar form here. The slightly shorter trip will be in his favour, and he is back below his most recent winning mark. Kelso does suit him, and I see a positive performance.
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18 April 2026
16:15 4:15 Ayr
Stride On
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+650
Lose
-50
The stable's runners went well on Friday, and it would be no surprise to see the lightly raced Stride On go well in this race. He's been given time since his last run, which was promising, beating a horse who ran OK here on Friday. He steps up a quarter of a mile this time, and that should be in his favour.
15:35 3:35 Ayr
Git Maker
Daily Racing
25 EWNOTETip made at odds of 17.00 on 17/04 at 23:160.00 deduction for Magna Sam@81.00 withdrawn at 07:230.00 deduction for Ask Brewster @19.000 withdrawn at 07:490.00 deduction for Our Power @41.000 withdrawn at 12:070.10 deduction for Montregard @7.500 withdrawn at 13:13R4 Adjusted Odds = 1 + 16.00 x (1-0.1) = 15.40
@+1439
Win
47
This is going to be a very serious test of stamina given the likely soft/heavy ground that will be encountered. I wouldn't expect many finishers, and only the true stayers will get home. Git Maker looks sure to be one of the few to the necessary stamina. He does need to jump well, however he has proven up to the task as he finished third in this race two years ago. He is rated four pounds less this time, and showed at Uttoxeter last time that he is in a good place currently.
15:10 3:10 Newbury
Shout
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@+850
Lose
-50
There are a few positives around Shout's chance to win this mega-competitive handicap. He has had a run already this season, which will have brought him forward. He wasn't drawn particularly well at Doncaster and raced quite freely, which didn't help his cause. His stable is going very well at the moment, and the booking of Oisin Murphy is no bad thing.
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14:47 2:47 Thirsk
Stirrup Cup
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+450
Lose
-50
Stirrup Cup finished second in a similar race here last week and can step up on that by taking this prize. He is a pound higher, however has the excellent David Allan back on board this time. The selection is still only four , and probably is one of the few here that have some scope for a little bit of improvement.
14:20 2:20 Ayr
Tellherthename
Daily Racing
50 WINR4Deductions based on standard industry rates given the odds of each withdrawn horse at time of first withdrawal following your betNR
@+332
Void
0
Tellherthename will be the freshest hurdler in the field as he's not been overly taxed this season. He isn't the normal Skelton-prepared horse, as he only arrived in the yard in February. However, he did seem to have a quiet introduction in the County Hurdle, presumably with a view to claiming a decent pot at some point. This may be the pot!
13:45 1:45 Ayr
Kdeux Saint Fray
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+600
Lose
-50
I think three miles on soft ground will suit Kdeux Saint Fray very well. He has had some good performances over the season so far. The Cheltenham run last time can be ignored, as he suffered from one of those Mickey Mouse starts they appear to go in for at the Festival.
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13:10 1:10 Ayr
Classic Maestro
Daily Racing
50 WINNAPR4Deductions based on standard industry rates given the odds of each withdrawn horse at time of first withdrawal following your betNR
@+2500
Void
0
Given the way the track rode on Friday, we may well be in for a shock or two on Scottish National day. I think Classic Maestro is way overpriced at 25/1. He has shown good form at two miles this season and ran well here last time before the trip found him out. Jenny Candlish retains the very good Luke Scott, and his light weight must be helpful on this ground.
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17 April 2026
17:15 5:15 Ayr
Travis Wheatley
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+800
Lose
-50
Adam Nicol has made quite an eye-catching booking of the very able Rian Connor for Travis Wheatley in this hands-and-heels-only race. The selection was a good winner at Newcastle last time, and if he is in the same sort of willing form, he could defy his rise in the ratings.
16:05 4:05 Ayr
Captain Butler
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@+900
Lose
-50
Captain Butler has been mainly disappointing this season, but he has more about him than he's shown. After abandoning chasing, he ran better at Kelso last time. He may have dropped to a winnable mark and could land a minor surprise in this competitive heat.
15:30 3:30 Ayr
Jipcot
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+1100
Lose
-50
Jipcot was quite impressive when he won at Leicester. However, things haven't worked out for him since then. I do think he has more to offer, as he's still only seven. He didn't do much wrong at Ascot two runs back, fading in the final quarter mile. This trip should be more to his liking.
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16 April 2026
17:25 5:25 Ripon
Barley
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+450
Lose
-50
Barley has raced four times at Ripon and finished runner-up on all starts, which proves that he handles the track. That's very important, as the track does take a bit of knowing. He looks very attractively handicapped, something his very astute trainer can manage his charges to get to. The booking of the talented Tom Kiely-Marshall looks a positive as well.
15:00 3:00 Newmarket
Washington Heights
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+1000
Lose
-50
It would be no great surprise to see the Kevin Ryan-trained Washington Heights win this race for the second time in three years. He has a very good record first time out, handles the track well, and is well up to this grade on his day. Kevin Stott appears to be getting more rides for the yard, and he is a top jockey.
14:35 2:35 Ripon
Urchin
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@-120
Win
41
I would be quite hopeful that Urchin will be produced ready to win on his seasonal debut. He raced just the once at two, but that's no surprise, as he looks a middle-distance performer on breeding. The fact that he has experience of this track is a huge plus, and he can deliver.
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