Megan Nicholls Racing Preview: Ayr and Newbury Tips
SATURDAY RACING TIPS
Newbury 2.00 – Greenham Stakes
This is an interesting race and I think you’ve got to go with Zavateri (7/4f) because he’s the most solid option.
He’s very tough and will take some passing if at his best.
Albert Einstein (2/1) is clearly very well-regarded by connections and might be far too good, particularly if the application of the hood works.
Zavateri is very straightforward and I have a feeling his professionalism might just be what sees him come out on top.
Megan’s Tip: Zavateri WIN
Ayr 2.20 – Scottish Champion Hurdle
I’m going to forgive Tutti Quanti (4/1) for what happened in the Champion Hurdle.
He was reluctant to race at the start and the event was a bit of a non-starter. The forecast rain should help him and I’m putting what happened last time as a bit of an anomaly.
We should see a better horse this time around, and based on what we saw at Newbury I think he’s overpriced.
Megan’s Tip: Tutti Quanti WIN
Newbury 3.10 – Spring Mile Handicap
I’ll back Rouge Diplomat (13/2) here.
He was unlucky in the Lincoln but he’s been progressive in general. The straight mile seems to suit and his draw means he can go whichever side his jockey feels is best.
Consistent horses in these big handicaps are never a bad way to go and the handicapper hasn’t been too harsh on the back of his good run last time.
Megan’s Tip: Rouge Diplomat EW
Ayr 3.35 – Scottish Grand National
I like King Of Answers (11/2) in the Scottish Grand National.
He was a good second in the National Hunt Chase at Cheltenham and is still pretty lightly-raced over fences, so there is room for more improvement.
I imagine this has been the plan for a while and he should go well for a yard that won this in 2021.
Megan’s Tip: King Of Answers WIN
Thirsk 4.32 – 1m4f Handicap
Keep an eye out for Gallivanted.
He returns to the Flat having had a pretty decent hurdling campaign and seems to have improved throughout the season.
Connections are quite hopeful of a big run here.
Megan’s Tip: Gallivanted WIN
Odds correct at time of publication but subject to fluctuation
