TV TIPS (SATURDAY)

The Irish Oaks from the Curragh is the showpiece race of the day but action from Newbury and Market Rasen make up a packed day on ITV Racing. 13:50 NEWBURY

Enfjaar ran a good race at Royal Ascot behind some good types and that puts him in with a good shout today. Ancient Wisdom was no match for Jan Brueghel at Epsom but has since been gelded. He could be best left watched, along with Okeechobee- who has her second race back from a year’s absence. That leaves Rashabar, who steps to a mile and two for the first time. He’s bumped into Field Of Gold in his last two races and gets a lump of weight off his rivals today. He’s bred to stay and if he does, he could use that weight advantage to his favour.

RASHABAR (WIN)

(Kieran McHugh)

14:05 MARKET RASEN

The first of three races over obstacles on ITV this Saturday and we're met with a very competitive handicap hurdle. With a case to be made for over half the field it's a race that should be approached with caution by punters. Last time out winners Deploy To Spy and Benvoy tick plenty of boxes but the weight might be too much of a burden for Deploy To Spy and the sizable break from racing could make it a tough test for Benvoy.

The change of yards could bring out further improvement for Broughshane but he's not been at his best in a handful of recent starts.

Maghlaak contested a group race on the flat last Saturday so clearly connections feel he's got plenty of ability however he's not the most prolific so look likely to find at least one too good.

Mostly Sunny is the tentative selection after some solid performances this term. Off a workable mark and hailing from the Skelton yard could make a return to the Winners Enclosure.

MOSTLY SUNNY (WIN)

(Rory Paddock)

14:25 NEWBURY

Wild Waves will be popular stepping back into handicap company after a fair third-place finish in the marathon Queen Alexandra Stakes at Royal Ascot, but he looks short enough in the current market and, at the prices, Kyle Of Lochalsh. He looked desperately in need of the run when an eye-catching sixth on his return to action at Southwell, travelling smoothly into contention before understandably weakening in the closing stages. Trainer Hughie Morrison has been among the winners in recent days and, off a 2lb lower mark, he looks to represent a spot of value having placed third in this race twelve months ago.

KYLE OF LOCHALSH (WIN)

(Sam King)

14:40 MARKET RASEN

A competitive 15 runner renewal of the Summer Hurdle...

The likely favourite and unbeaten hurdler Sir Galahad who receives a 4lb allowance for being a 4 year old, representing a shrewd trainer and the defending champion jockey. First test in a competitive big field handicap which could make him vulnerable to those more experienced in these types of races. Brave Knight has struggled since returning on the flat and although his form was good over hurdles, he also lacks handicap experience. Goblet Of Fire was third in the Swinton Hurdle so the experience and form is there to see but is coming back from a 70 day layoff which wouldn't be ideal in a race of this nature. Castle Gandolfo and Kihavah were split by half a length when first and second 12 months ago. Castle Gandolfo is 5lb higher and Kihavah is 10lb higher so both look up against it. James Owen saddles four in the race and potentially his best chance is with Nibras Gold, has been placed off higher than his current handicap mark and has won two flat races out of three starts since joining James Owen so it's feasible to think the team may find improvement from his current mark over hurdles, could be a huge each way contender at the very least.

NIBRAS GOLD (E/W)

(Liam Hall)

14:57 NEWBURY

Despite being a multiple Group 1 winner Khaadem's 315 day absence is a major concern. With a run under his belt he could've been a solid outside contender but his record first time out after a break is poor.

For punters hunting some each-way value Ferrous might outrun their odds. A consistent performer on the all-weather and wasn't far away when well fancied for a Group 3 contest last time out. Has gone well at this course before and shouldn't be ruled out.

Kind Of Blue and King's Gamble should be on any shortlist but the pair have questions to answer. If near their best they'll play a part.

Course and distance winner Elite Status has competed at this highest level but hasn't been near his best in two starts this term. He'd dominate a field like this if he was at his peak but he's hard to trust.

Regional is likely to go off as the race favourite and with good reason. Despite finishing fourth in this race last year (behind the winner Elite Status and Kind Of Blue who was third) he wasn't far behind and his form this season looks exceptional. Been a serious contender in Group 1 races this year and looks the one to beat.

REGIONAL (WIN)

FERROUS (E/W)

(Rory Paddock)

15:12 MARKET RASEN

Sure Touch is back to attempt to repeat his victory in this race last year along with some of those vanquished in behind. It does look a stronger race this year with an interesting Irish contingent and he seemed to be in better form in the run-up in 2024. He can race lazily and needs luck in running so at the prices i’m not sure he’ll live up to his name. The Bowens love to target this race and Statuario and the well-backed Courtland are back in form and primed to be competitive. The Irish pair of Ballysax Hank and Ceanndana interest me more with both ready to improve for the step up in trip after respectable runs last time out. Slight preference is for the former with Harry Cobden teaming up with Gavin Cromwell.

The Flier Begley is in rich form over course and distance and may go under the radar as a lively outsider for those offering extra places each-way.

BALLYSAX HANK (E/W)

CEANNDANA (E/W)

(Alan Morris)

15:30 NEWBURY

Havana Hurricane won the Windsor Castle Stakes at Royal Ascot when last seen and despite the large field to contend with running to a similar level again here would see him tough to beat. That said, in hunting for better value I’m opting for Anthelia who is unbeaten in three over five furlongs, winning at Listed level on penultimate run before seeing six furlongs a step too far last time out. Dropped back to the minimum trip and with a weight advantage over the favourite she gets the vote.

With six wins in this race in the last twenty years, Richard Hannon runners also command respect and while this looks a step too far for Corniche Girl I couldn’t put anyone off a small each way play on Logi Bear with William Buick booked for the ride.

ANTHELIA (WIN)

LOGI BEAR (E/W)

(Dean Kilbryde)

15:40 CURRAGH

The showpiece race of the day is the Irish Oaks but it doesn't look a prestigious renewal. The clear favourite Minnie Hauk has done very little wrong in her career so far and it's probably fair to say there's nothing in the lineup to worry her. She's beaten some of her rivals previously and it's unlikely the form is going to be reversed. Should be an easy win for the favourite with Wmightakedlongway and Island Hopping the most likely to follow her home. A boring selection but with just the seven runners there's not even an each way alternative.

MINNIE HAUK (WIN)

(Rory Paddock)