If you’re a racing fan gearing up for a Saturday full of action, you’re in for a treat.
With meetings spread across Catterick, Cartmel, Haydock, Goodwood, Beverley, Salisbury, and Windsor, there’s no shortage of opportunities to test your luck or sharpen your punting skills.
Thankfully, Mail Sport’s seasoned tipster Robin Goodfellow is here with his expert selections to help guide your betting slip.
His counterpart, Gimcrack, also shares his own picks, offering a second opinion for the more strategic punters out there.
Let’s dive into the meeting-by-meeting breakdown for Saturday’s races.
Catterick Races – Early Action with Some Strong Favourites
Robin Goodfellow is backing Watch And Shoot to start the day strong at 1.40, followed by Yellow Dream in the 2.15 and Zephlyn at 2.50.
Later in the card, he’s tipping Reservardo in the 3.35, Irish Dancer at 4.05, and Synergism in the 4.35. He closes with One More Dream at 5.13.
Gimcrack agrees with the opener, but leans towards Eye On The Prize at 2.15 and Captain Potter in the 2.50. His later picks include Zubaru, Salaria, and Beauzon to end the meeting.
Cartmel Races – Jumps Fans Get Their Fix
For jump racing fans, Cartmel offers a unique spectacle.
Robin’s top tips include Expelliarmus in the 4.00 and Getaway Vic in the 4.30.
He’s also looking at Mermaids Cave, Fairlawn Flyer, Disco Annie, Big Bee Hive, and Defence Witness as his picks through the evening.
Gimcrack goes slightly off-course with D Day Arvalenreeva in the opener and finishes with Beat The Edge at 7.08.
There are a few matches like Fairlawn Flyer and Getaway Vic, which both tipsters are confident in.
Haydock Races – Speed and Class in the North West
Robin’s Nap of the day comes here, with RUMSTAR at 3.30 getting his full vote of confidence.
He also likes Symbol Of Honour in the 3.00 as his next best.
Other selections include No Retreat, Humam, Ambiente Amigo, Maelstrom, and Caballo De Mar.
Gimcrack’s top tip for Haydock is Mgheera in the 3.30, but he’s also banking on Kindest Nation, Dixieland Blues, Running Lion, and Arizona Blaze to make their mark.
A quick note—Robin also highlights Running Lion (2.25) and Symbol Of Honour (3.00) as his top selections at Newmarket, where there’s a smaller card.
Goodwood Races – Classy Flat Racing on the South Coast
Robin kicks off with Yankee Dude and Opportunity, before backing Blue Nguru, Star Of Light, French Master, Song Brocade, and Carrados.
Gimcrack’s Nap of the day is here—SEAPLANE in the 2.05.
He’s also tipping Power Fizz, Indigo Dawn, Janey Mackers, Master Builder, Song Brocade, and Desdemona to complete the Goodwood card.
Beverley Races – Northern Action Continues
Robin starts his tips at Beverley with Tarriance in the opener and finishes with Thats My Boy Luke in the 5.00.
Between those, he’s chosen Argentine Tango, Naval Light, Wadacre Giorgio, Billyb, and Dandy’s Angel.
Gimcrack also likes Tarriance, but differs with Artista at 2.10 and his next best, Naval Light, in the 2.45.
He rounds out the day with picks like Spring Chorus, Lerwick, Dandy’s Angel, and Triple Force.
Don’t miss the Northerner’s standout picks here too—Freddy Robinson at 3.20 (Nap) and Life On The Rocks at 4.25 (NB).
Salisbury Races – Evening Flat Card with Classy Prospects
Robin’s tips include Son of Sarabi in the 4.45 and wrap up with Robusto in the 8.20.
His full set also features Cogitate, Stanhope Gardens, Realign, Jarraaf, Kosometsuke, and Komodo Island.
Gimcrack agrees on a few including Stanhope Gardens and Realign, but differs with names like Proof, Sky Safari, Adaay In Devon, Eliza Bennet, Babylon, and Grey Fox.
Windsor Races – Twilight Racing to End the Day
Robin finishes Saturday’s slate with the twilight card at Windsor.
He’s putting his faith in Blue Train to lead things off and Newfangled to close at 8.35. Other picks include Regional Rock, Little Saver, Claim That Smile, Strike, and Argentum.
Gimcrack throws in some alternates like Barry’s Boy, White Ladder, and Doddington Guy, but agrees with Robin on Strike and Newfangled as solid plays.
Final Thoughts – Plenty of Choices Across the UK
Whether you’re planning to back the favourites or dig for some each-way value, this Saturday has a full spread of racing from north to south.
With Robin Goodfellow and Gimcrack offering up a wide range of selections, there’s something here for every kind of punter.
Good luck and happy racing!