Money Back as a Free Bet with Virgin Bet
3 minutes Virgin Bet are offering money back as a free bet if your horse finishes second in Musselburgh’s 2:25 race.
We have a superb day of racing to look forward to on Saturday and to make it even better, Virgin Bet are offering money back as a free bet if your horse finishes second in Musselburgh’s 2:25 race, the Virgin Bet Every Saturday Money Back Silver Arrow Handicap.
The 7f contest has attracted a competitive field of nine runners and with good ground expected, it promises to be a thrilling battle. With Virgin Bet’s offer adding extra insurance, it’s a great opportunity to get involved.
Race Tips and Insights
We've taken a deep dive into the field and picked out the key runners to watch:
Alzahir
A 7f specialist who is thriving since a wind operation, landing wins at both Doncaster and Thirsk. With Oisin Orr booked and solid form figures (5-0511), Alzahir looks poised to run another huge race. Very likely to be in the mix.
Benacre
On a long winless streak but has been knocking on the door, narrowly beaten at Musselburgh last time out. From stall 10, Benacre could be a massive player if reproducing that effort. Expect another bold show.
Dain Ma Nut In
An upwardly mobile four-year-old who kicked off his campaign with a promising third over course and distance. Drawn in stall 9, he is progressive and should go very well again.
Gweedore
A seasoned winner, boasting 12 career victories including five at Musselburgh. Looked back in form with a solid effort over C&D last time and now fitted with first-time headgear. A big danger if the new equipment sharpens him up.
Diligent Resdev
A serious improver in 2024, winning the Ayr Bronze Cup stylishly. If ready after a break, this 4-year-old could well cause an upset. A lively contender if fit.
Other Runners to Note
- Lexington Belle: 2024 win came over this trip; could surprise if ready after a break.
- Lord Bertie: Would prefer softer ground, so the going may not play to his strengths unless the rain arrives.
- Rockymountainway: Consistent type with two wins already this year; may need a personal best.
- Waleefy: Lightly raced and progressive, but a wide draw complicates his task today.
Pundit Predictions
Here at betting.bet we compile horse racing tips from a number of sources. From professional tipsters, respected industry names and some of the best horse racing betting sites around, our tips panel is considerable. Ahead of this 2:25 contest at Musselburgh, there seems to be two standout picks amongst tipsters with Gweedor and Alzahir each commanding 33% of all tips published.
| Horse | Tipsters |
|---|---|
| Alzahir | Barry Hill (Betting.Bet), Jason Weaver (Paddy Power), Matt Chapman (Paddy Power), Samuel Bracknell (Nags Bet Blog), Scott Allen (Planet Sport Bet), Sporting Life Daily Tips (Sporting Life), Timeform Racing Tips (Timeform) |
| Benacre | Chris Wright (Liverpool Echo), Get Your Tips Out (Joe Norris) (Oddschecker) |
| Dain Ma Nut In | Jason Heavey (Daily Star), Saturday Sizzler (Racing Post) |
| Gweedore | At The Races Daily Tips (At The Races), Barney Collins (The Racing Paper), Dave Nevison (Racing TV), GG (GG), My Racing Daily Tips (My Racing), Racing Post Daily Tips (Racing Post), The Wine Tipster (Unibet) |
| Rockymountainway | Betfred Insights (Betfred), Interbet Daily Horse Racing Tips (Interbet), Marlborough (Daily Telegraph) |
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