Barry Hill's Saturday Racing Tips
Saturdays racing action comes from Bath, Chester, Hexham, Leicester, Sandown, Uttoxeter, York. Barry Hill gives his best bets for the day.
You would have had a good day yesterday if you back day selection with a few winners and only one selection outside the places. Today I have another 6 tips for you. My stand out bet is an Each Way selection in the 3.20 at Chester. Tom Clovers WITNESS STAND has plenty more potential and if he can obtain a good position early on this could be easy work for the progressive sprinter.
2:20 Bath
Sporting Family Change Fillies' Novice Stakes (GBB Race)
LOUDAN - 11/2
Kodibeat showed commendable performance when finishing fifth in the Lily Agnes at Chester, and Georgia Dobie's 3lb claim is likely to enhance her prospects. Violet Love, who secured a victory on her third attempt at Chepstow last week, is undoubtedly a key contender based on that impressive performance. However, two newcomers, LOUDAN and Kalahari Blue, stand out. Both are daughters of Blue Point and related to black-type performers. LOUDAN, a 300,000-euro purchase, gets the slight edge in this promising pair.
2:40 Sandown
BetMGM: It's Showtime Scurry Stakes (Listed Race)
NO HALF MEASURES - 5/1
NO HALF MEASURES has consistently performed exceptionally, never finishing outside the top two in her career thus far, and looks poised to extend her winning streak. Richard Hughes' talented charge impressively outperformed her mark of 82 with a commanding victory over 5f at Goodwood last month, indicating her readiness for this step up into Listed company. Flora Of Bermuda, despite a challenging start in the Group 2 Temple Stakes last time, has a strong chance if she gets off to a better start today. The reliable Adaay In Devon also remains a noteworthy contender.
3:20 Chester
Horseradish Catering & Events Roodee Handicap
WITNESS STAND - 13/2
WITNESS STAND showcased impressive performance by finishing second to a top-tier colt over C&D last month. Tom Clover's gelding seems to have strong potential, especially given his consistent form, even though the wide draw presents a slight challenge. Monfrid, positioned advantageously in stall two, appears to be a strong pace setter and, with the momentum from his recent handicap debut, he is likely to be a key contender. Expert Choice made an encouraging comeback by securing third place in the Edinburgh Cup at Musselburgh two weeks ago and now, with a 1lb ease in the ratings, he is poised to make a significant impact.
4:30 Chester
Edinburgh Gin Classic Handicap
EXALTED ANGEL - 11/1
Runner-up in both of his starts since joining the Julie Camacho team, Mythical Phoenix is likely to be a favorite once again. However, EXALTED ANGEL presents a promising opportunity. Karl Burke's charge typically excels on an artificial surface, yet he delivered an impressive second-place finish from this reduced turf mark last time out, indicating strong potential under similar conditions. Hyperfocus is in a highly favorable position, making him hard to overlook, and last year's unexpected winner, Faro De San Juan, remains a formidable contender not to be underestimated.
5:00 Sandown
Gamble Responsibly At BetMGM Handicap
DANCING IN PARIS - 7/2
DANCING IN PARIS has shown excellent form recently and stands out in this field. Ian Williams' gelding runs off the same mark as his impressive second-place finish over 1m4f at Goodwood earlier this month, and the additional distance could bring out even more improvement. Rhythmic Intent, who was narrowly beaten by just three-quarters of a length over 1m6f at Nottingham last time, deserves considerable respect with an unchanged mark. Cavern Club also shows promise and is likely to be a strong contender.
6:40 Uttoxeter
QuinnBet Daily Free Bet Novices' Handicap Chase
UNWANTED ATTENTION
UNWANTED ATTENTION delivered an impressive victory over 2m5f at Market Rasen earlier this month, and even with a 5lb rise, he remains a strong candidate to secure another win. However, Higgs, who has been in excellent form recently, could provide significant competition. Among the remaining contenders, Barrakhov stands out slightly ahead of King Of The Hill and Maska Du Morvan, making him the best of the rest.