Saturday's Super Six - Racing Tips
With a top day of racing we have picked out 6 strongly fancied selections from Ayr, Bangor, Brighton, Newbury, Nottingham & Thirsk.
3:35 Ayr
Coral Scottish Grand National Handicap Chase
ANGLERS CRAG - 9/1
Mr. Incredible dislodged his rider in last week's Grand National but his performance should be assessed based on his runner-up spot behind Beauport in the Midlands National last month. He now competes on terms 2lbs more favorable than his previous encounter with Beauport, making him a strong contender. However, the recommendation is for ANGLERS CRAG, who has remained unbeaten since joining Brian Ellison's team and delivered his finest performance to date with a win in the Eider at Newcastle in February. Now racing 8lbs higher, the nine-year-old is highly attractive. Inis Oirr and Ballygrifincottage are also worth consideration.
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3:25 Bangor-on-Dee
Camden Stout Novices' Handicap Hurdle
BALHAMBAR -
BALHAMBAR has shown remarkable improvement since moving to Harry Derham's stable, and a 6lb increase in his rating following his latest win at Ludlow might not stop him from winning again. Bucephalus also enters with solid credentials after a victory at Newbury in March, despite a subsequent defeat in a flat race. Camarrate is set for his handicap debut after securing a win at Fakenham. Torneo, who finished third behind Sir Gino at Kempton during the Christmas period and followed up with a convincing win at Wetherby, also demands attention as he takes on his second handicap race.
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5:15 Brighton
Each Way Extra At bet365 Handicap
HEER'S SADIE -
The field for this handicap race is quite competitive, but HEER'S SADIE stands out as a strong contender. She thrives at this venue and comes off a winter break, racing at the same mark that saw her win here last summer. Ceilidh, after a slow start, notched his first win and swiftly added another victory at Leicester in September, suggesting further potential. Thoughtful Gift, aiming for a hat-trick following two all-weather wins in February, faces her first turf test, adding an element of uncertainty. Daisy Roots and Moorgate, both with significantly reduced marks, are also worthy of consideration.
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3:15 Newbury
RAADOBARG
RAADOBARG delivered several commendable performances in high-level races last season. Despite carrying the top weight and facing a challenging field, his recent third-place finish in the Irish Lincoln last month positions him as a strong contender. He is part of a trainer/jockey duo that boasts a 19% success rate, suggesting a promising outcome. Lattam, who secured a notable second in the Lincoln at Doncaster on his debut for his current stable, has been raised just 3lb for that effort and looks set to be a significant competitor. Godwinson, who is stepping into handicaps for the first time and remains largely untested, is another intriguing runner who deserves attention.
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6:25 Nottingham
Daily Football Offers At Rhino.Bet Handicap
SEATTLE TIME
Glencalvie is sure to attract attention after her narrow victory at Yarmouth last week, and it would be unwise to overlook her despite a 3lb increase in her rating. However, the nod goes to SEATTLE TIME, who showed his best form yet under Jack Jones' training by placing in a 7f race at Lingfield. Fortuitously, the handicapper has reduced his weight by 1lb. Returning to turf, the son of Time Test is well-positioned to jumpstart his career. Additionally, Realised deserves a look in the betting markets as she makes her first appearance in a handicap race.
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7:40 Thirsk
Vickers.Bet Independent Family-Owned Bookmaker Handicap
STORMY PEARL
STORMY PEARL showed signs of a return to form in her recent turf outing, finishing second over the same course and distance just last week, following earlier runs on the all-weather. Although her rating has increased by 2lbs, she has previously won off a 1lb higher mark at Hamilton last July. She's favored to improve on her last performance and take the win this time. Langholm also merits attention after a strong season opener at Catterick, suggesting he's ready for another solid performance. Yazaman and Enderman are also contenders to watch, rounding out the shortlist for this race.