As the summer season builds momentum, Wednesday’s horse racing calendar is packed with excitement.
From the glamour of Royal Ascot to the charm of Hamilton, Lingfield, Worcester, and Ripon, there’s no shortage of opportunities for punters to get involved.
Robin Goodfellow, Mail Sport’s trusted racing expert, has once again shared his best bets for the day.
Whether you’re tracking a future star or hoping for a cheeky each-way winner, here’s how the day shapes up.
Hamilton Picks – Northern Grit and Form
Robin Goodfellow is going in with some strong choices in Scotland. Here’s where he thinks the money might be:
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2.15 – Rampant
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2.50 – Alasrae
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3.23 – Woohoo
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4.00 – Inanna
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4.40 – Bun Bang Fai
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5.20 – Urban Sky
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5.55 – Ana Emaraaty
Gimcrack’s alternatives lean slightly differently with picks like Aspiral, Pop Star, and Paper Doll in the mix.
Lingfield Under the Lights
As the evening session kicks off, Lingfield provides some intriguing prospects. Goodfellow has his eye on:
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5.45 – Apple’s Angel
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6.15 – Saguaro Blossom
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6.45 – Sarabi
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7.15 – Russian Rumour
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7.45 – Golden Handshake
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8.15 – Classic Cause
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8.45 – Mr Trick
Gimcrack adds a few curveballs with Writteninthestars and Rory Rocket early on.
Worcester’s Jumps Offering
Over the jumps at Worcester, here’s how Goodfellow lines up his selections:
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2.40 – Solid Fuel
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3.15 – Jeudidee
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3.50 – Fromheretoeternity
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4.30 – Might I
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5.10 – Amber Waves
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5.40 – Carlton
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6.20 – Gore Point
Gimcrack throws in Jet Smart and Sir Galahad to challenge some of Goodfellow’s picks.
Ripon’s Evening Card
Yorkshire’s Ripon sees evening flat racing under the fading sun.
Here’s Robin’s verdict:
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6.30 – Novelette
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7.00 – El Madar
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7.30 – Sax Appeal
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8.00 – On Key
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8.30 – Jenubiyah
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9.00 – Art of Fox
Gimcrack’s call includes Haptics, French Haven, and Ninety Nine as key players.
Royal Ascot – The Crown Jewel of the Day
And of course, all eyes will be on Royal Ascot, where the best of the best clash.
Goodfellow’s tips are as follows:
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2.30 – Cardiff By The Sea
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3.05 – Carmers
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3.40 – Fallen Angel
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4.20 – Map of Stars
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5.00 – My Cloud (NB)
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5.35 – Snellen (NAP)
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6.10 – Havana Hurricane
Gimcrack’s confident NAP is Anmaat at 4.20, while Gaga Mate is the standout NB for the finale.
Bonus Selections
Across the country, a few extra picks are worth noting:
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Newmarket: 5.00 – My Cloud (NAP), 5.35 – Rainbows Edge (NB)
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Northerner’s Favourites: 2.30 – Zelaina (NAP), 3.40 – Fallen Angel (NB)
If you’re heading to the races or watching from home, these expert tips could give you an edge.
Good luck, and remember — it’s all about enjoying the thrill of the turf! Want more daily insights? Stay tuned for Robin Goodfellow’s latest picks and race-day updates.