Horse Racing News: Ascot and Haydock Weekend Preview
The upcoming weekend promises an exciting slate of horse racing action, with the popular Shergar Cup meeting taking place at Ascot on Saturday. Our expert tipster has identified four top bets across the Ascot and Haydock fixtures that are sure to pique the interest of racing enthusiasts.
In the Dubai Duty Free Dash at Ascot (1:35 PM), BADRI is tipped to confirm his promising form from last week’s runner-up finish to Jordan Electrics at Hamilton. Trained by Michael Herrington, the seven-year-old has dropped 8 pounds in the ratings and, with top French jockey Marie Velon in the saddle, he is fancied to reel in his rivals on Ascot’s stiff straight course.
The following Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup Stayers Handicap (2:10 PM) sees SHERADANN, the mount of 4-time German champion Bauyrzhan Murzabayev, as the selection. The former Francis-Henri Graffard-trained grey is expected to relish the step up to two miles after a solid effort over a shorter distance at Goodwood last weekend.
At Haydock, NAOMI LAPAGLIA looks poised for a strong showing in the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Dick Hern Stakes (4:45 PM). Richard Spencer’s hold-up filly ran well against a potential pace bias last time out at Ascot and, with the benefit of further improvement, she could be the one to beat.
In the concluding Betfred ‘Triple Crown Bonus’ Handicap at Haydock (6:25 PM), BOARDMAN is tipped for a return to winning form off a reduced handicap mark. The eight-year-old ran a solid race at Chester last week and, with a favorable draw this time, he could be hard to hold in the closing stages.
“This promises to be an exciting weekend of racing, with these four selections offering excellent value for punters.”
Be sure to tune in to ITV4 for comprehensive coverage of the action from Ascot and Haydock.
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