TODAY'S TIPS (THURSDAY)

Alan Morris previews two of Thursday's races as he goes on the hunt for winners as the working week draws to a close. 14:30 AYR

Krissy is continuing in good form for Rhys Elliott and will set a good target here from the front that the rest must be alive to.

The expensive and well-bred Darzah was unraced at 2 but has won twice already and should improve for the step up to 10f.

The Haggas yard is having a strong Autumn and does well here, this looks a soft opportunity for the grade to gain a third win of the season.

DARZAH (WIN)

16:08 PONTEFRACT

Venetian Lion looks another progressive type for William Haggas against some exposed older horses. Newmarket may not have suited him last time but he knuckled down well to win eventually. 

He will need to be alert to the potential of the unexposed Freddie Steady Go to front-run from a good draw, and the drop in trip will certainly aid the 5yo flat and bumper winner. The latter is a credible each-way alternative to the likely favourite.

VENETIAN LION (WIN)

FREDDIE STEADY GO (E/W) written by Alan Morris