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Scroggie's Tips History
03 February 2026
20:00 St Mirren v Hearts
Hearts
50 WIN
@-109
Lose
-50
Hearts are operating a class above most of this division at present. They are currently a match for Celtic, who would be 1/2 were they playing away to St Mirren. Row in at these odds. St Mirren are not prolific at home and, on form, would be lucky to score.
19:45 Hull v Watford
Hull
50 WIN
@+125
Lose
-50
Hull's recent move into form can continue here. Watford are capable of away goals, so it wouldn't be a bet at shorter odds.
16:45 4:45 Taunton
Our Dylan
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+500
Win
250
Probably in his best form yet at the age of ten. Seven-pound claim by the jockey who won previously on him will help. Third on heavy going last time out, so should cope with today's conditions.
15:35 3:35 Carlisle
Kientzheim
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@+1400
Lose
-50
Made all over two and a half miles at Musselburgh last time out. Carlisle's uphill finish and generally softer surface than sandy Musselburgh should compensate well for today's three-furlong shorter trip. Only concern is that she seems to have taken a wander in the morning market.
15:05 3:05 Carlisle
Celestial Fashion
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+250
Win
125
This eight-year-old mare has been first or second in five of her last six runs and is clearly in fine form. An enthusiast who often makes all and jumps well. The handicapper may not yet have her measure. Also an obvious choice for inclusion in an each-way double.
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14 January 2026
19:45 Falkirk v Celtic
Falkirk
50 WIN
@+550
Lose
-50
Falkirk are in form and at home. Celtic appear to get their act together whenever the interim manager takes over, but can that see them through every game? Perhaps not.
19:45 Hearts v St Mirren
Hearts
50 WIN
@-200
Win
25
Hearts were victorious away from home with ten men at the weekend, and their title challenge seems real and long-lasting. This is another game they must win.
14:40 2:40 Newbury
Kiss My Face
Daily Racing
50 EWNB
@+2200
Lose
-100
There will be a lot of focus on C'est Different and Top Guy, which will leave the selection under the radar. He has either won or been within six lengths of the winner in his last five races. That sort of form should give him much more respect than these odds do and makes him a good each-way prospect at least.
14:05 2:05 Newbury
Buckna
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+332
Lose
-50
A ten-length winner at Hereford, where regularly jumping left is not ideal. Today's left-hand track should suit better. Up in the weights significantly, but seems to be improving and is competing in the same class of event.
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11 January 2026
15:42 3:42 Chelmsford City
Commander Of Life
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+750
Lose
-50
A course-and-distance winner when last seen. The odds may reflect that he has been off the track for three months. However, two of his three wins have come here. If all's well, he must have a good chance.
15:30 3:30 Fontwell
Alright Dai
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@+350
Win
175
The likely favourite is Summer In Milan, who runs quite consistently into the minor placings. Last time out that was second of three runners. Not impressive and worth taking on. Alright Dai won a hurdle last time out and goes on soft ground. The issue isn't so much the opposition as whether Alright Dai will take to fences, which he comes to late at the age of eight. The price has value and reflects that question mark.
14:30 West Ham v QPR
QPR
50 WIN
@+450
Lose
-50
West Ham are in the doldrums and ripe for taking by the lower-league side. Similar to Spurs, the Hammers got rid of a capable manager too quickly and are paying the price. Out of the cup today and facing relegation, I take West Ham to hit the deck here.
14:20 2:20 Punchestown
Road Exile
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+150
Lose
-50
Saw off twenty-five opponents from the front last time out and has more experience than the main opponents. Could be hard to catch.
13:30 1:30 Fontwell
Roe And Co
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+350
Lose
-50
Roe And Co is at an interesting price as he goes for a four-timer. The handicapper has nudged him up another 4 pounds, and Record High is a significant danger with a preference for today’s soft ground. However, the selection has also won over three miles on the soft in a point-to-point and may be the more progressive.
12:50 12:50 Punchestown
The Enabler
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+850
Lose
-50
You can get a better price here because the stable's first jockey has picked the other one. It must have been the toss of a coin. The Enabler was a comfortable 15-length winner last time and has a reasonable chance here.
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10 January 2026
15:53 3:53 Kempton
Williethebuilder
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+250
Win
125
Last time out, Williethebuilder was a comfortable winner over this course and distance on similar going. He is a clear-cut chance in the same grade even on his new handicap mark.
15:00 Celtic v Dundee Utd
Dundee Utd
50 WIN
@+1000
Lose
-50
I don't ascribe to the 'Martin O'Neill: everything will be alright now for Celtic' concept. They are underperforming, and the odds for the away team are attractive.
15:00 Chesterfield v Colchester
Chesterfield
50 WIN
@+145
Void
0
Colchester are not quite flirting with the drop yet, but must be far enough up the table to be getting nosebleeds. Opposing Colchester has been a moneymaker for some years now.
15:00 Cove Rangers v Inverness CT
Inverness CT
50 WIN
@-117
Lose
-50
Inverness have stumbled a little recently, but back on form they are head and shoulders classier than the rest of this division. Back them all year.
15:00 Hibernian v Motherwell
Motherwell
50 WIN
@+270
Lose
-50
These teams are both playing excellent football this year. However, Motherwell edge it and can compete even with the Old Firm this season, with that win over Celtic settled in the memory.
15:00 Queen of South v Kelty Hearts
Kelty Hearts
50 WIN
@+425
Lose
-50
Queen of the South can be unconvincing on their bad days, and I tend to back against them this season. They could come unstuck again.
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09 January 2026
16:35 4:35 Newcastle
Desert Master
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+2000
Lose
-50
My numbers suggest the number one draw is under-bet over the 5 furlongs here, so Desert Master is the choice. As a course-and-distance winner who came second here only two runs back, he has a valid chance at sporting odds.
15:30 3:30 Newcastle
Enola Grey
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+500
Lose
-50
This mare is a course-and-distance winner here at Newcastle and can follow up a win at Wolverhampton that confirmed she is in fine form.
15:05 3:02 Exeter
Storming Nelson
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@+650
Lose
-50
Storming Nelson has slipped down the handicap and on the last run showed signs of revival. On a competitive mark and back in form. The question is the trip. One-paced towards the end of shorter trips, so this race may suit.
14:35 2:32 Exeter
Big City Roller
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+600
Lose
-50
A twenty-six length winner when back from a long absence. He goes well when fresh. Over three hundred days later, he can repeat the trick.
14:05 2:02 Exeter
Toss Of A Coin
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+750
Lose
-50
Toss of a Coin won after a 300-day absence and could come on for the run. He "idled" towards the end at Chepstow and still won.
13:05 1:02 Exeter
Pipers Cross
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@SP
Lose
-50
In an open-looking field, the odds for Pipers Cross are attractive. Consistent, sure to stay the trip, and at home on the going.
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06 January 2026
16:14 3:15 Wolverhampton
Baker Blue
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+350
Lose
-50
Augustus Gloop is tempting, with improvement likely, but he has not run since September. The odds are not tempting, and support for him has left Baker Blue at a better price. Hopefully he will make all, as at Southwell last time. If he does, the short Wolverhampton straight should be in his favour. An each-way bet seems fail-safe, but the win bet is preferred.
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04 January 2026
15:00 Everton v Brentford
Everton
50 WIN
@+150
Lose
-50
David Moyes is one of the best managers and can beat a Brentford side while they are underachieving. Brentford have shown little away form of note. Probably the Premier League bet of the day.
15:00 Newcastle v Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace
50 WIN
@+400
Lose
-50
Crystal Palace have some usefully stubborn away form that should keep them in this fixture. Newcastle are having a volatile season and are unpredictable. Palace at the price.
15:00 Tottenham v Sunderland
Sunderland
50 WIN
@+332
Lose
-50
Tottenham have been better away from home, whereas Sunderland have relied on strong home form. Something has to give, and Sunderland are taking no prisoners in their Premier League campaign, so they may be best at these odds.
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03 January 2026
17:30 Bournemouth v Arsenal
Bournemouth
50 WIN
@+575
Lose
-50
The assumption after the heavy win over Aston Villa is that Arsenal will stride on to the league trophy. But away games will throw up many challenges, and they won't be winning them all. Bournemouth may no longer be a team on the up, but they are capable enough to win at home against anyone.
Subtotal-50
02 January 2026
15:30 3:30 Ayr
Highland Fashion
Daily Racing
50 WINNB
@+250
Lose
-50
Made a winning handicap debut when stepped up to today's trip at Newcastle. Probably more to come, and the handicapper may not yet have his measure.
14:30 2:30 Ayr
Wholly Boley
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+800
Lose
-50
The stewards queried his improved form when winning over the course and distance at 12/1 last time out. I notice that Sean Bowen was engaged on the occasion of that 13-length win, which may indicate that the stable thought it was going to deliver. Up ten pounds in the handicap ratings and no Sean Bowen today. However, it may still not have reached its limit, and conditions are similar today.
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01 January 2026
20:00 Brentford v Tottenham
Brentford
50 WIN
@+137
Lose
-50
Although Spurs have a good away record, overall their form is inconsistent. Brentford have only lost once at home and have made progress in recent fixtures.
20:00 Sunderland v Man City
Sunderland
50 WIN
@+700
Lose
-50
Sunderland are unbeaten in the league at home, whereas Man City have lost three away from home. I shall be taking this price for Sunderland as good value. Their chance of winning is rather better than one in eight.
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14:30 2:30 Southwell
Ten Pounds
Daily Racing
50 WINNAP
@+400
Lose
-50
Turf and all-weather, six or seven furlongs, all seem to be the same for this improving gelding. Recently sold for over £300,000, so someone certainly thinks it has a future as a racehorse ??" quite a price for a five-year-old gelding. Likely to move into Listed and Group class and may be destined for some global travel to recover that price. Can take this Class 2 handicap on his way to greater things.
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