Looking for tips for Friday’s Thirsk races? Look no further than this guide, featuring top picks for each race.
Starting with the 13:40, Emeralds Pride is a standout choice, having finished as runner-up at Beverley on her reappearance. She can certainly challenge from her current mark, with a repeat of her last time out performance putting her in contention.
Next up is the 14:10, where Tothenines is the one to watch. Although he disappointed at Lingfield last month, he has enjoyed a solid all-weather campaign during the winter, and now drops into a seller for the first time. If the drop back to six furlongs can spark a revival, he is the horse to beat.
In the 14:40, Wind In Your Sails is a promising choice. Despite finishing second last time out at Windsor, the fact that she stuck to her task and was only beaten by three-quarters of a length suggests that she has solid form. With only two runs under her belt, she is yet to show her full potential, and could well beat out more battle-hardened horses to secure her first win.
Moving onto the 15:10, the wide-open field makes this a difficult race to call. However, Granny B shows promise, having achieved a fair level of form in six starts as a two-year-old. She returns from eight months off at a career-low mark, and could build on her promise to secure her maiden win.
In the 15:40, Laakhof is a strong choice, having won his last two races since joining the Declan Carroll stable. He achieved a career-best effort at Musselburgh last time out, and looks set to continue his impressive form.
Knightswood is the standout pick for the 16:10, having regained the winning thread at Beverley last week. Despite a 5lb penalty, he looks set to follow up once again.
Finally, Fiscal Policy is likely to perform well in the 16:40, having won at Chelmsford last time out despite finding the drop back to five furlongs unsuited to his style. A return to six furlongs should give him an edge, and he certainly has the ability to overcome his 3lb rise in the weights.
So, there you have it: the top picks for each race at Thirsk on Friday. Keep in mind that odds are subject to change, but these tips should provide a solid foundation for your betting strategy. And always remember to gamble responsibly.
