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SUNDAY NOVEMBER 29th:

      With the abandonment of Fairyhouse, the day has been robbed of its quality, washed away by floods. The going description I have for Leicester prompts me to wonder if Leicester is indeed situated in this country! Chase: Good to Firm – Firm in places. Hurdles: Good to Soft – Good in places. Well, if they say so!

      On the betting front nothing takes the eye today, so I am suggesting a break.  On that note, Bush Telegraph will absent until December 8th. Enjoy Sandown’s Tingle Creek meeting next weekend. If it provides only half the entertainment of Newbury, it should be a good meeting.

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SATURDAY NOVEMBER 28th:

Once again we have a fine day of racing, but as far as betting is concerned opportunities are somewhat thin on the ground.:

NEWBURY RACING TIPS:

12.25: Highest Start lines up with useful French Flat form to his credit but at present there is no indication that the stable fancies him.

2.40: The presence of Denman has turned this into a tempting chocolate box full of treats for horses required to carry considerably less than they would normally. However, as with a box of chocolates, it is difficult to make an outright selection. State Of Play, Snowy Morning and War Of Attrition appeal as those most likely to capitalise on the construction of the handicap. I will not be shocked to see Denman win, but believe it is too big an ask. Barbers Shop is an unlikely stayer, so am drawn to the lurkers at the foot of the handicap. I feel this is where we should concentrate our efforts. The edge here may be to play the market, but too many factors prevail to start constructing a spread. For a start we have to be right about Denman; then to pick the right one from six possible winners. It is better in my view to stick to one. Having talked myself into former Gold Cup winner War Of Attrition, at the price I cannot allow him to run unbacked. On some runs, with his almost featherweight, he could roll back the years. It may be a big shout, but 40/1 is a big price!

NEWCASTLE RACING TIPS:

1.50: The word for Binocular is strong; apparently the Champion Hurdle has his name on it already. But in Solwit he faces a horse that is fit and will line up on an upward curve and prepared to stake his Cheltenham claim this afternoon. Messages aside, forced to make a selection, I would be with Solwit on this occasion, but because I could be wrong I shall keep out of the race.

2.25: Whatever the fate of Binocular, Nicky Henderson should not leave the North East empty-handed as Quantitativeeasing is said to be a very useful recruit to hurdling and not that far behind yesterday’s impressive Newbury winner Belvano.

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FRIDAY NOVEMBER 27tH:

NEWBURY RACING TIPS:

2.05: There has to be a question mark over Balthazar King lasting the trip in this his first venture over three miles and on very testing ground. Such a codicil is off-putting but he remains the interesting runner in this handicap.

3.45: Bellvano is described as one of Nicky Henderson’s smarter novices and is expected to add to his tally in the last.

WOLVERHAMPTON RACING TIPS:

6.50: Esuvia is not an original selection but her third to London Gold at Doncaster looks good enough in the light of today’s opposition. Being sprint bred, one would imagine this drop in distance will also be to her advantage and she should open her account.

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THURSDAY NOVEMBER 26th:

TAUNTON HORSE RACING TIPS:

2.15: Swansbrook is one of two Alan King’s runners fancied on this card…

2.50: Sahrati is the other.

NEWBURY HORSE RACING TIPS:

Looks the sort of meeting that may yield items of interest later.

KEMPTON HORSE RACING TIPS:

6.00: For the time being the best of the day is seen here in Count Of Anjou. Lost in a bog last time, a step forward on a run of definite promise first time at Newbury would see him hard to beat this evening.

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WEDNESDAY NOVEMEBER 25th:

LINGFIELD HORSE RACING TIPS:

12.30: Despite a slightly off-putting profile – just three wins in a career encompassing thirty-three runs and a lengthy absence – Mambo Spirit is fancied to add to his tally in this handicap.

2.35: Street Entertainer has to get the call over a disappointing Whistleinthewind, who had everything in his favour last time and failed to deliver. A small type, it may be he lacks scope and will struggle in this sort of company. Street Entertainer has a similar form profile, but his run last time was a definite step in the right direction and is taken to come out on top.

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TUESDAY NOVEMBER 24th:

Another rain-sodden day with even the card at Southwell looking like something straight out of the Mandarin Times.

However, there is a message for Suntini in the 12.40 at Lingfield. A horse that goes best fresh, and capable of handling the ground, he should go well but is no good thing for those of you saving up for Christmas!

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MONDAY NOVEMBER 23rd:

  KEMPTON RACING TIPS:

 12.20: Candy Creek has been nominated as the best on the day from Nicky Henderson’s stable. For those interested in betting today in what is likely to be atrocious conditions, she could be coupled with a fancied You’re The Top in the 12.50.

Two others to make up a foursome are Whiteoak in the 1.25. She did disappoint at Wincanton on debut but this extra trip may suit a mare that appeared to be unable to go the gallop that day. She will appreciate racing against her own sex.

LUDLOW RACING TIPS:

12.30: Royal Collongues is another that appears to have plenty going for him and completes the numbers. The trip will be no problem and recent form has been franked.   So there we have an uninspired collection on the day but, as we all know, short-priced horses invariably come out of the John Cleese file entitled ‘The Bleedin’ Obvious’, which is no problem if they all win. There is no point in backing singularly on such a day, so it is easy a case of a betting in multiples or leaving the day to its own devices.

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SUNDAY NOVEMBER 22nd:

AINTREE RACING TIPS:

12.33: This is one of several tough races to solve on a day that may be best left alone. However, there is a chance of calling this correctly as Bible Lord seems to have set the race up for a couple of better treated rivals. The race could rest between Nudge And Nurdle and The Sawyer. Nudge And Nurdle relishes soft ground and his stable are in sparkling form. The Sawyer tied up in the closing stages last time at Cheltenham so this drop back in trip looks likely to suit.

TOWCESTER RACING TIPS:

2.45: Gentle Caribou, a bumper winner at this track and a mare with form on desperate ground, may be the answer to this.

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SATURDAY NOVEMBER 21ST:

  I suggest this is a day for the racing connoisseur to savour rather than one for the punter to chance his arm. Quality abounds but the feature races may not be so easily solved.

ASCOT RACING TIPS:

Stages two top class events with the hurdlers staking claims in the Coral Hurdle at 14.35. Zaynar is tricky to evaluate. He may well drift in the betting as apparently he is bone idle at home and has shown little to get excited about of late. It was the same story last year but he emerged unbeaten and is not one to oppose lightly.He does have to concede 4lbs to Katchit, who along with Karabak will test last year’s Triumph Hurdle winner. With Lough Derg and Elusive Dream in the line-up, this is no straightforward contest and one best watched.

 3.10: Planet Of Sound is taken to supplement his recent Exeter win over a trip that may be ideal.

HAYDOCK RACING TIPS:

2.55: With the ground riding so soft there has to be a question mark hanging over Kauto Star – a horse I am constantly trying to get beaten, mostly to my cost. He faces a possible star in Notre Pere, who blotted his copybook at Down Royal, but in the main is a sound jumper and will relish conditions. This will be no walk in the park for Kauto Star. Notre Pere is taken to beat him.

HUNTINGDON RACING TIPS:

12.05: Asturienne is strongly fancied and Zarinski looks capable of making amends for his Sandown defeat in the 1.05, although Space Telescope will strip fitter today. Both will be short and are only recommended as possibles for multiple bets.

LINGFIELD RACING TIPS:

3.40: Tranquil Tiger is fancied by his stable to make the weight count against Presvis. Again i am playing the role of messenger here and have no particular view. Planet Of Sound comes closest to being a bet at this morning’s price.

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FRIDAY NOVEMBER 20th:

 ASCOT RACING TIPS:

 1.30: Zemsky is strongly fancied to win his first chase at the expense of Awesome George. Nicky Henderson’s charge has been showing all the right moves at Seven Barrows.

2.05: Manyriverstocross faces a potentially tough opponent in Vino Grieo here but jumped slickly at Chepstow and is hard to oppose. He ought to win but will be tested by a well thought of newcomer to the hurdling ranks.

3.50: Zabeel Palace is likely to be all the rage here, particularly as his latest run involved finishing second to the progressive Harry Tricker. This ground may not be ideal however, whilst Sunsetten – hailing from an in-form stable – has also form with Harry Tricker that suggests he could represent value after a recent spin that will have put an edge on him.

WOLVERHAMPTON RACING TIPS :

For those in for the long haul, Camerooney justifies a second look in the 9.20. This is a poor contest and a recent run four days ago ensures there are no fitness doubts. He has the look of a horse out to earn his keep tonight.

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THURSDAY NOVEMBER 19TH:

  Messages first:

WINCANTON RACING TIPS:

1.30: Sagalyrique is said to be the best of the Alan King contingent today after a recent run. There is a feeling in the stable that their runners, not having worked on the grass due to weather conditions, are needing their initial outings so there should be no excuses today.

HEREFORD RACING TIPS:

12.50: Causeway King does have a penalty top shoulder but his form has been franked and is expected to follow up.

HUNTINGDON RACING TIPS:

1.40: One time Triumph Hurdle hope Mount Helicon did have a disappointing first season but looks leniently treated in this, his first venture in a handicap. There is no word for him but his class may carry him to victory.

2.10: Dave’s Dream is another potential star on this card. Built to be a chaser through and through, to the extent respected judges at Seven Barrows labelled him a Gold Cup prospect last year, he has not been easy to train. Surely it will be a major reversal if he fails to cope with Numide and company in this his debut over the bigger obstacles.

KEMPTON RACING TIPS:

6.00: This handicap looks tailor-made for Earlsmedic who has the marginal beating of Fantasy Believer and appears to be running into form.

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WEDNESDAY 18th November:

LINGFIELD HORSE RACING TIPS:

12.30: If I Were A Boy was a little unlucky last time at Wolverhampton and is fancied to take this. Her form at Goodwood gives her every chance granted the breaks and in Ryan Moore she has the ideal partner.

1.30: Jarrow looks like a short-priced banker for this.

2.00: Gallantry is now ready to win and if luck does not favour him today he should be followed until it does. Denied a run last time, he would have finished much closer in a bunch finish had the door not slammed in his face when starting to pick up. The mark is right, the trip likewise and he faces appropriate company.

3.00: Troopingthecolour has the ideal opportunity to break his duck in this maiden. Second to Black Eagle, his overall form gives him strong claims and he should be too good for the Godolphin newcomer.

KEMPTON HORSE RACING TIPS:

8.50: Khor Dubai is expected to provide Godolphin with a winner today. He does have bits of form that suggest he is a standout. After a decent effort at Doncaster last time, last year’s winner Confuchias has to be respected and should be thereabouts but would struggle to beat an on-song Khor Dubai.

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TUESDAY 17th November:

FOLKESTONE HORSE RACING TIPS:

2.40: Just the one suggestion today and that is William Bonney. Fit and fresh from a recent pipe-opener, Charlie Mann’s representative has the advantage of form on this idiosyncratic track, which is seen as a bonus. He also seems best at this time of year and has the look of a horse earmarked for this event. Nikos Extra ran last time as if such a tight course and easy ground will count against him. Whilst other dangers exist, William Bonney is taken to score.

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MONDAY 16th November:

I fear we shall not be getting rich today; nevertheless a few opportunities await those that are up for it:

WOLVERHAMPTON HORSE RACING RACING TIPS:

4.00: This may be a bit chancy from the nine draw, but Gilt Edge Girl looks to have a rattling good form claim, particularly on her run at Ascot when beaten just over a length in a £12,000 handicap the time before last from this mark of 85. Subsequent winner Servoca was just behind, and Gilt Edge Girl’s following effort at Pontefract confirmed her to be in good heart. She may be worth risking as she faces lesser opposition today.

PLUMPTON HORSE RACING TIPS:

Bread and butter stuff is supplied by:

1.50: The Betchworth Kid who has impressed at home in his spins over timber and is fully expected to make a winning appearance over this new code.

2.20: The stable seem to feel the right opportunity has been found for Bensalem in a race that should not take much winning.

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SUNDAY 16th NOVEMBER:

CHELTENHAM RACING TIPS:

Surely the opening two races are of the watching variety.

2.20: Is a tough looking handicap but by and large consists of horses correctly assessed by the handicapper. There is a word for Harry Tricker, who must have a chance, and there are a couple of unknown quantities in the race, like for example, Ronaldo Des Mottes and Silverhand; however, neither seems to have been let in the side door. One that could be well treated is Cockney Trucker. He charged at his fences like a bull in the veritable china shop at Ascot, but on a return to hurdling, having run with credit in top class company last term, appeals as the horse with a chance at the weights.

4.00: Alan King fields a horse reckoned to be a future star here in Lidar. Apparently he will improve for the run so the strong word for Ghiizao should be heeded.

At FONTWELL, King’s Revenge is worth one more chance in a sub-standard twenty grand event following a decent run last time. This could just be his day.

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SATURDAY NOVEMBER 14th:

CHELTENHAM HORSE RACING TIPS:

This is surely more of a sporting occasion than a meeting at which to try and make money betting. My one suggestion is in the Paddy Power chase at 2.35 and that is According To Pete. Already the subject of some exchange interest this morning, this eight-year-old has the profile associated with this tough event. Progressive last season and a chaser that has been brought along steadily, a recent spin on the Flat will have sharpened him up. At home on soft ground, with a clear round he should go well.

LINGFIELD HORSE RACING TIPS:

1.00: Whistleinthewind only has to reproduce his debut run at Bath – when second to Database with Spa’s Dancer in third – to open his account in this maiden. Slowly away that day, with the experience behind him and a good draw, he is a confident selection.

2.30: Black Eagle should win this.

3.05: This handicap is set up for Exclamation who should finally get off the mark for the year. He ran well at Southwell last time on a track unlikely to bring out the best in him. A return to early season form at Newmarket gives him a clear cut chance.

3.35: Ektimaal did us a favour in winning a weak event last time but will find this an altogether tougher assignment. Drawnfromthepast and Sunrise Safari appeal as the two most likely winners but the former, although showing signs of recovering his form, has yet to categorically do so, and Safari Sunset does not have the best of the draw. Maybe a race to dabble in if things have gone right up to that point.

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FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13th:

It is to be hoped the weather does not cause havoc at CHELTENHAM, a meeting awaited with anticipation by fans.

1.15: This is a tough start and anyone arriving at the course late may turn out to be grateful. The potentially classy Razor Royale looks well treated but this bridle horse has so far failed to convince. In short he is disappointing and gives the impression he fails to stay. It would be no surprise if he proves me wrong but he cannot be backed.

1.50: Tito Bustillo was enormously impressive at Chepstow and is taken to pass this sterner test. Ireland provide the main dangers. Some Present’s hurdling was not convincing at Punchestown – it will have to have improved in the interim – meaning Loosen My Load is seen as the principal threat.

2.25: French Opera looks a worthy favourite here despite making limited betting appeal. Consigliere’s chance will be improved if the rains come and the race turns into a war of attrition. Versatile as regards ground, a chance is taken with Safari Adventures who is at the right end of the handicap and appears to have every chance of reversing Aintree form with Tramantano.   Today’s all-weather cards look tricky to say the least.

Fanunalter is fancied in the 8.50 at WOLVERHAMPTON. Apparently he broke a blood vessel last time, something that is always a worry. Chris Catlin could be the jockey to follow at Lingfield.

He has definite chances on Pictures (1.05), Highland River (1.35) and Critical Path in the 2.50.

The only one I have failed to mention – Starburst in the 3.25 – could be the one to consider! In truth it is a day to pick through with care.

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THURSDAY NOVEMBER 12th:

WOLVERHAMPTON RACING TIPS:

4.20: Getcarter looks an interesting proposition even after a two month absence. Although raised to a mark of 80, he was a ready winner last time and has every chance of following up on the assumption he returns fighting fit.

5.50: Despite such being in such unstoppable form, it may just pay to oppose the Godolphin short-price favourite Nafura here. Destiny And Duty is fancied and appears to hold an each-way chance, whilst Anaya – on a tentative form line – has the beating of the favourite. Both represent value and may be worth playing.

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WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 11th:

SOUTHWELL RACING TIPS:

4.00: Imprimis Tagula – weighted to beat Bonnie Prince Blue – who has a definite chance, races off a 2lbs lower mark than when last successful at Southwell. This gives him every chance of lifting this and is seen as the best opportunity of the day.

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TUESDAY NOVEMBER 10th:

 This has all the hallmarks of a quiet day. There are no messages or opinions to pass on at this stage.

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MONDAY NOVEMBER 9th:

WOLVERHAMPTON HORSE RACING TIPS:

2.35: Ishismart must have a chance in a dreadful event.

4.10: Seven furlong specialist Fiefdom has slipped down to a virtual plater’s mark and on the evidence of his last run can make his presence felt here. He has won from a higher mark when in his prime, but this handicap does not look too taxing and he ought to go close back to his optimum trip.

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SUNDAY NOVEMBER 8th:

There are two messages today, both from the same stable:

MARKET RASEN HORSE RACING TIPS:

1.20: Hopes are high that Mille Chief, in the same ownership as Walkon, will go some way to emulating the Triumph Hurdle runner-up later in the season. He is expected to begin that journey with a successful appearance today.

HEREFORD HORSE RACING TIPS :

3.35: Ravethebrave is given a good each-way chance against a short-priced favourite on the strength of what is apparently excellent point-to-point form.

   WEEKEND RACING TIPS FOR BREEDERS’ CUP 2009

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7th:

It is interesting from our point of view that Frankie Dettori has deserted the Dewhurst form, forsaking the fifth Buzzword in preference for Pounced. As always, with a clash between juveniles either side of the Atlantic, this is a hard race to solve.

The Americans are always formidable in the sprint events and will be hard to beat here even though there is local talk of this being a sub-standard renewal. California Flag, Cannonball and Delta Storm all have solid local chances. Strike The Deal could run better than many expect. As a juvenile, he performed with credit at this meeting so we know he can travel and recently has returned to his best form, beating the L’abbaye winner Total Gallery at Newbury. It will be tough, but his newly forged alliance with Keiren Fallon seems to have brought about a renaissance in his fortunes.

8.10: From one sprint to another and once again our hope, Fleeting Spirit, faces tough local opposition headed by Zensational. Last year’s runner up to Midnight Lute, Fatal Bullet, is tough and Gayego lays a good record – achieved in America and Dubai – on the line.

8.49: Lookin At Lucky will need to be something of a star to win the Juvenile from his draw.

9.28: Zacinto appeals as one of the value bets of the meeting in the Breeders’ Cup Mile. This will only be his sixth run; so far, he has never been out of the first two and has improved with every outing. I am puzzled why he should be a bigger price than Delegator, a horse he beat at Ascot when both were behind Rip Van Winkle. There was a point when Zacinto came to challenge looking as if he might beat the winner, but in the end strength prevailed as Rip Van Winkle powered on. Zacinto lines up here in preference to a tilt at the Champion Stakes (won by Twice Over in the same ownership), and a big run against Goldikova is envisaged. I am confident he will beat Delegator, a horse that struggles to stay this trip and has had a busy season.

10.12: Last year’s Juvenile winner Midshipman is taken to beat Mastercraftsman and company in the misleadingly titled Dirt Mile – which of course will be held on Pro-Ride. There is no substitute for local experience and Midshipman can complete what could be a very successful meeting for Godolphin.

10.57: This is one race that should go to the raiders. Last year’s winner Conduit has excellent claims but is short enough on his achievements this year. Although there is a possibility that the preliminaries may unnerve Spanish Moon, he seems to have turned a corner this season since his ban from Britain. He will be a tough opponent along with Dar Re Mi, who was only just over a length behind Conduit in the Arc.

11.45: This is surely a race to savour. Rip Van Winkle is not an obvious Breeders’ Cup contender. A strongly built son of Galileo, his future surely lies on turf and, if kept in training, can be expected to win something like the Juddmonte or the Eclipse next year. Scooting round the turns at Santa Anita may not be entirely suitable but clearly he brings strong form to the event. The locals will herald Zenyatta as one of the all time greats if she gains what would be her fourteenth straight success and she will raise the roof. Mine That Bird and Summer Bird do not look up to this task and it could be that Zenyatta is the one to beat in a heart-stopping finale for what is sure to be a great meeting.

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SATURDAY NOVEMBER 07th:

Racing does not get much tougher than this! However, hope springs eternal and there may be a few opportunities to be had:

DONCASTER RACING TIPS:

1.00: London Gold was almost certainly flattered by his proximity to sub-standard Horris Hill winner Carnaby Street, but gets his chance to enter the scoresheet in this maiden.He ought to win. It goes without saying that the handicaps are hard so I shall gloss over them with a couple of suggestions. I like the chance of Stormy Weather in the 3.15 and feel that seven furlong specialist Dhaular Dhar has a shout from a mark of 92 in the 3.45.

SANDOWN RACING TIPS:

1.40: Space Telescope looks the part in this on his Flat form.

3.50: There is a strong word for Master Of The Hall here.

WINCANTON RACING TIPS:

2.15: Against a heavily burdened top weight in Celestial Halo, Whiteoak has her chance in this grade and is taken to make the weight allowance count. It is worth bearing in mind however that she does receive a mares’ allowance.   SANTA ANITA: Zacinto and Midshipman remain the two value bets for me on a card that promises to supply plenty of fireworks.

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FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6th:

8.35: Ladies’ Night opens with the Marathon, run this year over an extended trip and surely likely to play to the stamina strengths of St Leger winner Mastery. He holds Father Time on Doncaster form, whilst it is unlikely that Man Of Iron is in this league having by-passed the final Classic. After a hard race when winning only an average Leger, Mastery may not be the good thing he appears at first glance. Local contenders Cloudy’s Night and Nite Light both stay, and have mixed it in tough company. After our successes here last year, we should all remember that this remains a very tough meeting for visitors.

9.08: Lillie Langtry has her work cut out if she is to beat the closely matched pair of Smart Seattle and House Of Grace.

9.45: One of the harder races for those this side of the pond to solve. Negligee and course and distance winner Blind Luck would be my two against the field, but confidence is at a minimum.

10.23: Looks tough – I shall pass.

11.02: Ventura, last year’s winner, will be hard to beat but faces serious opposition in Sara Louise – who chased home speedy Indian Blessing last time and could be the each-way value – and Informed Decision.

11.45: Even in her absence Zenyatta still hovers above the Fillies’ Classic as her Oak Tree form is represented by the tough and consistent Cocoa Beach, Lethal Heat and Life Is Sweet. This latest win by America’s wonder filly was not one of her best however, so such form could be misleading. Rainbow View is certainly not without a chance but Music Note could be the one to consider.

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FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6th:

 The main action takes place tonight at Santa Anita who offer the first of the two-day meeting that captures the imagination of the racing world. With five of the six races confined to fillies and mares, a cautious approach is advisable on day one but it is great fair all the same. Interestingly, Nicholas Godfrey – responsible for the Pricewise column – seems to have relied solely on the Ladbroke ducks for his nominations.

 There is just one suggestion today – Parlesotho in the 1.40 at Fontwell. Said to have schooled well and at her best on this sort of ground, she has her chance to open her account over the bigger obstacles.

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THURSDAY NOVEMBER 5th:

LINGFIELD RACING TIPS:

 1.45: Sahara Kingdom is a confident stable call here. His defeat of Essexbridge last time was boosted with the runner up’s subsequent win at Brighton and Sahara Kingdom looks smart enough to follow up.

On a quiet day, devoid of fireworks, Gallantry in the 2.20 and Ektimaal

2.55 are suggestions at prices to belie current odds. Both race from favourable marks. Gallantry is a seven furlong specialist and Ektimaal, although a four-time winner over seven, is not short of speed and could surprise in a poor event.

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WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 4th:

NOTTINGHAM RACING TIPS:

3.25: The possibility that Starkat may be a blot in this handicap has not escaped race analysts. She did run with promise last time in what could have amounted to a dress rehearsal over this course and distance when fourth in a maiden behind Black Eagle and Troopingthecolour. Whilst handicap and non-handicap form often fails to travel, this was only this filly’s third run in total and second of the season. It seems reasonable to assume she can improve upon it and is therefore suggested as a small betting proposition in what looks a softish race.

CHEPSTOW RACING TIPS:

2.05: Manyriverstocross has apparently schooled well in preparation for his hurdling debut. Likely to be a short price, this son of Cape Cross may struggle in the ground and a watching brief looks the best course of action.

WARWICK RACING TIPS:

2.30: Opinion seems split here between Straw Bear and Somersby. In the belief that Henrietta Knight would not risk Somersby over fences if he had not pleased at home, I feel he is a much better chasing prospect than Straw Bear and expect him to win.

KEMPTON RACING TIPS:

6.20: There will be no hiding place for Mutafajer should he fail tonight. A strong worker at home, it would appear this drop back to six furlongs should suit. He can win this despite a low draw, which, with only nine runners, Richard Hills ought to be able to negate.

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TUESDAY NOVEMBER 3rd:

KEMPTON HORSE RACING TIPS:

4.20: Servoca seems in the form of his life judging by his latest win at Doncaster. A change of yard can often kick-start a horse’s enthusiasm and it could be that, a nervous sort, he is better suited to the quieter life of his new stable than he was in the crowded house of the Barry Hills yard. What seems a tough task is offset by the 3lbs claim of his excellent rider alongside an excellent draw. In effect he is only 3lbs higher than when winning at the St Leger meeting with the draw advantage in his favour. A reproduction of his latest run would see him the one to beat, but this is no walk in the park. From a prime draw, Hajoum is an obvious danger despite a weight hike and Fullanby hovers on a winning mark but needs luck from the three box.

EXETER HORSE RACING TIPS:

3.00: Without the benefit of a chat with Philip Hobbs, it has to be assumed Planet Of Sound lines up in tip-top shape for a race that looks tailor made. A strong jumper that was third in the Arkle and then ran a little flat at Aintree, from a mark of 152 against some seasoned campaigners that may have little more to offer than we have so far seen, Planet Of Sound is presented with an opportunity his trainer will have hopefully seized opon.

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SUNDAY NOVEMBER 01st

With a dirty day forecast, rain already teeming down, and James Bond on the television, it looks like a quiet day on the racing front. There are a couple of messages for those wishing to brave the elements:

LINGFIELD RACING TIPS:

1.20: Whilst no star – something confirmed by his form – Ebony Bloom returns to action in good fettle after a short break. He ought to play a part in the finish unless there are a couple of lurkers in the field.

HUNTINGDON RACING TIPS:

2.20: Sadler’s Star lines up fit for this novice hurdle and his latest run, when behind subsequent winner Brusilini, looks good enough. Much will depend on the state of the ground – if it turns in to a slop the meeting is probably best left alone.