Big-Price Hunting at Ffos Las: Midnight Ginger Headlines Tuesday’s Value Picks
Tuesday’s racing action features cards from Ffos Las, Wolverhampton, Yarmouth, and Pontefract, and while major graded races are absent, there’s plenty for sharp-eyed punters to unearth. Our focus today turns to chasing longer-priced runners with genuine chances based on the data—and Midnight Ginger at 12/1 (Ffos Las 19:12) leaps off the page as one to watch. With soft going and a stamina-testing trip in her favour, she gets a big vote of confidence in a competitive handicap.
Elsewhere, we’ve unearthed some intriguing outsiders such as Chillhi at 28/1 (Ffos Las 18:12) and Royal Deeside at 12/1 (Pontefract 16:32). Let’s break down the selections and why these big prices shouldn’t deter you from a bet.
Midnight Ginger (12/1) – Ffos Las 19:12
This six-year-old mare is no stranger to success on soft ground, and today’s forecasted conditions at Ffos Las should bring out the best in her. Trained by the in-form Eve Johnson Houghton team, Midnight Ginger steps up in trip to 2m 4f, a distance that should suit her running style perfectly. She’s been crying out for a stamina test; last time out, she stayed on well over 2m at Chepstow, finishing a creditable fourth in a race where the quicker pace worked against her. Her mark of 88 looks fair, and jockey Dillon Butler claims an eye-catching 3lb, which could be crucial.
The 19:12 handicap also features a 12-runner field, and with soft (Good to Soft in places) going, it’s likely to be a proper slog. Midnight Ginger’s ability to handle testing conditions gives her a significant edge over rivals who’ve primarily shown their best on quicker ground. At 12/1, she represents a compelling each-way bet. Don’t overlook this one—you can see the full field here.
Chillhi (28/1) – Ffos Las 18:12
If you’re hunting for a real long shot, then Chillhi at 28/1 is worth a speculative tickle in the Ffos Las 18:12 novice handicap. This four-year-old gelding is unexposed over staying trips, and today’s 2m 7f 191y distance is an intriguing assignment. He’s had only three starts over hurdles so far, but there were flashes of promise in his second outing when staying on for fifth over 2m 5f at Hereford.
The key here is the going. Chillhi’s dam, Mullaghmore, excelled on soft-to-heavy ground, and progeny of her sire, Mahler, often improve significantly when encountering a stiff stamina test in the mud. While his jumping still needs polishing, jockey Dylan O'Connor is a capable pilot in lower-grade handicaps, and a light weight could prove invaluable. In a potential war of attrition, don’t discount the unexposed profiles—the betting calculator on RaceCards.co.uk shows how lucrative a place return could be at these odds.
Royal Deeside (12/1) – Pontefract 16:32
Another 12/1 shot with genuine claims is Royal Deeside, entered in the Pontefract 16:32, a 2m 5f 139y handicap. Trainer Keith Dalgleish is no stranger to striking with stayers at this track, and Royal Deeside’s ability to grind out races on good-to-soft ground makes him a live outsider. He’s been steadily campaigned this season, finishing third in a similar contest at Ayr last time out.
The step up in trip looks a wise move, and Pontefract’s long home straight will suit his galloping style. Jockey D Nolan boasts a strike rate of 15% at the course over the past two years, and with a competitive 12-runner field, you wouldn’t rule out an upset. The racecard details show plenty of pace on paper, setting up nicely for a closer like Royal Deeside.
Uptown Dandy (11/1) – Ffos Las 16:38
The 16:38 at Ffos Las is a competitive handicap hurdle over 2m 4f, and Uptown Dandy makes appeal at 11/1. Trained by Deborah Faulkner, this seven-year-old gelding has been threatening a big performance, finishing a close second on soft ground at Uttoxeter in March. The return to soft going after encountering quicker ground last time out should play to his strengths.
Ben Jones takes the ride, a positive jockey booking given his excellent record riding for small yards in competitive handicaps. With 12 runners entered and a handful of exposed sorts likely to take money in the market, Uptown Dandy offers legitimate each-way value.
Bowenspark (10/1) – Ffos Las 17:42
Finally, we turn to Bowenspark at 10/1, who lines up in the Ffos Las 17:42 handicap chase over 2m 7f 177y. Trained by Christian Williams and ridden by Sam Twiston-Davies, Bowenspark has shown consistent form this season, including a game win over 3m at Chepstow on soft ground. Christian Williams’ yard is hitting an 18% strike rate with chasers this spring, and Twiston-Davies’ tactical nous gives Bowenspark a strong chance in this 12-runner contest.
The heavy ground grinder has all the hallmarks of a proper staying chaser, and his current mark of 108 still provides scope for improvement. At 10/1, there’s plenty of value in backing him to either win or run into the places.
Best Bets Summary
- Midnight Ginger (Ffos Las 19:12) – 12/1 each-way
- Chillhi (Ffos Las 18:12) – 28/1 each-way
- Royal Deeside (Pontefract 16:32) – 12/1 each-way
- Uptown Dandy (Ffos Las 16:38) – 11/1 each-way
- Bowenspark (Ffos Las 17:42) – 10/1 each-way
Today’s racing is ripe with opportunities for punters aiming to cash in on longer-priced fancies. From Midnight Ginger’s proven staying credentials to Chillhi’s tempting unexposed profile, there’s no shortage of intrigue across the cards. Be sure to see all today's AI tips and each-way betting angles before placing your bets. And as always, check the fast results to see how these selections fare!
