Can Beorma Deliver for the Skelton Team at Worcester?
Trainer Dan Skelton and jockey Harry Skelton rarely miss when confidence is high, and Beorma (4/7) looks a banker in Worcester's 17:08 over 2m 4f. Off the back of a dominant Novices’ Hurdle win last month, this six-year-old has proven himself adept on today’s Good (Good to Soft in places) going, boasting form figures of 1-2-1 on similar conditions. With 92% AI confidence, Beorma is the day’s most reliable selection and should justify his short price if replicating his last performance.
Given how prolific Dan Skelton is at Worcester—boasting a 33% strike rate here over the last two years—this partnership looks almost too good to oppose. If you're building a Thursday accumulator, this is an essential piece. For those wary of skinny odds, scroll over to our accumulator tips for ways to include Beorma in a multi-bet.
Mythical Bay: Oisin Murphy Aims for Back-to-Back Wins at Newbury
In Newbury's 17:15, Andrew Balding’s Mythical Bay (9/10) heads the betting for a 1m 4f contest that looks well within his grasp. The Balding-Murphy combination is deadly on this track, with Murphy clocking a 25% winning record at Newbury over the past 12 months. With the Good to Soft going expected to suit the son of Sea The Stars, he could provide another stellar return after his two-length triumph on similar ground last month.
The pace set-up here could also favour Mythical Bay, especially if Oisin decides to make early use of his mount's stamina. This race may be one for single bets, but at 9/10 odds, he could appeal as a banker in doubles or trebles involving Beorma. Keep him in mind if working through our AI tips.
Caraway Steps Up in Distance at Nottingham
The 16:17 at Nottingham sees Caraway line up under Cieren Fallon for William Haggas. At even money, this three-year-old filly tackles 1m 6f for the first time, but her breeding—by Dubawi out of a Monsun mare—suggests she’ll relish the step up in trip. The Good to Soft ground holds no fears either, as she handled similar conditions when bolting up by five lengths last time out.
Nottingham has been a happy hunting ground for both Fallon and Haggas, with the trainer boasting a staggering 40% strike rate here over the past year. With the field size capped at 10, Caraway won’t lack room to dictate the race, and today’s conditions could see her progress further. She shapes as an ideal win-single option for punters cautious about backing odds-on runners.
Each-Way Fancies: Aunt Roberta and Military Air at Monster Odds
For punters searching for big-priced each-way value, there are two intriguing propositions today. First, Aunt Roberta (66/1, Newbury 16:40) might seem out of her depth at first glance, but Darragh Keenan knows how to squeeze out a surprise performance in big fields. With soft ground form in her past, there’s justification for a small speculative punt in this Class 5 Handicap.
Next, Military Air (22/1) lines up in Catterick’s 20:23. Danny Tudhope gets the leg up, and he has a habit of delivering in wide-open handicaps such as this. While heavier ground might play to the seven-year-old’s strengths more, the field’s lack of standout performers opens the door for an upset.
Harry Skelton Leads the Jockey Spotlight
It’s difficult to ignore the Skelton siblings’ dominance, especially when Harry is in the saddle. Aside from Beorma’s major claims, Harry has three additional booked rides at Worcester today. Among them, Gwennie May Boy (19:42) intrigues as a potential each-way player at 16/1 odds. Though unproven over tonight’s 2m trip, his trainer reports him in top form, and Skelton rarely takes these bookings without reason.
Elsewhere, Oisin Murphy, Cieren Fallon, and Danny Tudhope all bring noteworthy bookings to today’s cards. Follow their mounts closely by exploring our detailed racecards.
Competitive Fixtures to Watch
For those targeting big-field handicaps, Leopardstown’s 20:30 stands out with an 18-runner line-up over 1m 1f on soft going. Keen punters may want to focus on late market movers here or consult the latest results and trends for Leopardstown to find a betting angle. Worcester’s 15-runner 18:10 and Newbury’s 15:30 also present intriguing puzzles.
Best Bets Summary
With plenty of action across today’s 40 races, these are our top selections:
- NAP of the Day: Beorma (4/7) to win Worcester 17:08
- Next Best: Mythical Bay (9/10) to win Newbury 17:15
- Each-Way Fancies: Aunt Roberta (66/1) in Newbury 16:40 & Military Air (22/1) in Catterick 20:23
- Value Single: Caraway (1/1) to win Nottingham 16:17
Be sure to browse today's runners, check for late withdrawals, and compare these tips using our head-to-head tool. Good luck at the bookies!
