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TODAYS TIPS (FRIDAY)

Liam Hall looks to Ayr and Newbury for his best bets this Friday. 15:07 NEWBURY A fascinating maiden with some stellar pedigrees. Allaire was second on debut last term, steps up in trip but pedigree suggest she'll be better over further yet still. I'm The One scoped dirty a week ago so may not take her place but she's out of a German Group 1 winner, any rain likely to aid her chances. Musical Accords dam side suggests she'd be fine over a mile but being by Camelot that will i

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TODAYS TIPS (THURSDAY)

Alan Morris pinpoints a pair of prospects that are set to enter the stalls at Ripon this Thursday. 14:35 RIPON Quite a test on debut for some of these unraced 3yos over nearly 11f around Ripon’s undulations. Sea and Sun, Sun Lord and Picaro could be good prospects but today the street-smart course form and potential of Urchin should rule. Karl Burke has made his customary good start to the season and his Ulysses gelding has plenty of stamina in the pedigree to progress from

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TV TIPS (THURSDAY)

We preview the four live ITV races from 'Flat HQ' this Thursday. 13:50 NEWMARKET Trainer Stuart Williams enjoyed success here at HQ yesterday and looks to follow up with Ironwill. He showed steady progression throughout his juvenile campaign and, if returning improved after a winter break, should be competitive—but this looks a deeper contest. Godolphin’s Treanmor is likely to head the market, having already scored over course and distance and shaped well in Meydan over the

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TV TIPS (WEDNESDAY)

All four live races from 'Flat HQ' Newmarket this Wednesday as the ITV camera's broadcast live mid-week racing. 13:50 NEWMARKET Divine Libra has winning form fresh and, although unable to get his head in front last season, showed clear ability—most notably at Royal Ascot. With William Buick booked, he looks attractively priced and capable of a big run. Diligently is another worth considering. The Clive Cox-trained runner was consistent throughout last year and shaped well on

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NEWS AND MORE

ANTEPOST ANGLE - KING GEORGE VI CHASE

Boxing Day’s biggest race the King George VI Chase takes place at Kempton and John Arnold looks ahead to this prestigious contest in the latest instalment of the Antepost Angle. History: The King George VI Chase, inaugurated in 1937, is one of the most prestigious races in the National Hunt calendar, held annually at Kempton Park Racecourse on Boxing Day. Named in honour of King George VI, the race was initially established as a way to encourage public interest in jump racing

Dec 17, 2025

THE SPECTATOR - CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

Katie Gibson takes a glance across the biggest Christmas presents and provides inspiration for the horse racing fans in your family. Whether you are a spectator or participant, the next few months are the busiest time of the year for jump racing. Up and down the country, race courses are gearing up for their biggest days of the season from the Coral Gold Cup to the King George VI Chase. Before you know it, the C word will be upon us and for once I’m not talking about Chelte

Nov 26, 2025

THE ANTEPOST ANGLE - TINGLE CREEK CHASE

John Arnold looks to one of Sandown's showpiece races of the year as the illustrious Tingle Creek Chase sets to take place. Here's John's race analysis as he hopes to pinpoint some antepost punts. History: The Tingle Creek Chase, named after the famed Tingle Creek area in Devon, has become one of the premier events in the National Hunt racing calendar since its inaugural run in 1979. Established at Sandown Park, the race was introduced to honour the outstanding steeplechaser

Nov 21, 2025

THE ANTEPOST ANGLE - CORAL GOLD CUP

John Arnold turns his attention to the upcoming Coral Gold Cup as he gives you all the facts, all the stats and pinpoints a pair of antepost bets not to ignore. History: The Coral Gold Cup, staged at Newbury Racecourse, has a rich history that dates back to its inception in 1993. Originally known as the Hennessy Cognac Gold Cup, the race is one of the most prestigious events in the National Hunt calendar. Over the years, the event has been instrumental in shaping the careers

Nov 18, 2025

GROUP 1 GLORY FOR EVER PROMISING SIRE

Powerful Glory joined the likes of Ruling Court, Perfect Power and Sands of Mali at the weekend, becoming the latest breeze-up expat to score at the highest level. The Bansha House homebred chinned Lazzat in the Champion Stakes At Ascot, proving himself in a Group 1 field. The Richard Fahey-trained three-year-old is by Cotai Glory, out of the Kodiac mare Wouldntitbelovely – the same cross has already produced Prix de l’Abbaye heroine The Platinum Queen. The colt was consigned

Oct 29, 2025