UK Horse Racing Tips: Carlisle

GOOBINATOR bolted up on the Flat at Southwell in November before switching to the jumps and winning just as impressively at Wetherby. He only went down narrowly under a penalty at the Yorkshire venue last time and this 125-rated gelding appeals as having plenty more to come. Neville's Cross brings some decent form to the table and makes each-way appeal, but the main danger is Archi's Affaire, who was rated as high as 91 on the level.
Prediction : 1st Goobinator 2nd Archis Affaire 3rd Nevilles Cross

BALLYBREEN arrives in the form of his life having recorded back-to-back wins at Hereford and Exeter. This lightly-raced chaser has improved no end for the fitting of blinkers and can go from strength to strength despite the slight rise in class. Mymilan is holding his form well at present and has shaped with plenty of promise on both starts over fences thus far, while the consistent Cudgel should also be considered.
Prediction : 1st Ballybreen 2nd Mymilan 3rd Cudgel

PENNY MALLOW has been progressing nicely since switching to hurdles this season, following up her Plumpton victory with a comfortable success at Wetherby last time. This demands more of Venetia Williams' charge under her penalty but she rates the one to beat all the same. The consistent Lily's Gem could put up most resistance, while big runs from Red Reminder and Shabba Dada Do would also come as no surprise.
Prediction : 1st Penny Mallow 2nd Lilys Gem 3rd Red Reminder

DORKING COCK enjoyed a nice tow into the race before scoring at Chepstow on heavy ground last month, and given that the drop in distance there proved to be no issue, Tom Lacey's charge is fancied to double up. The stiff finish here should suit the six-year-old, and he appeals more than Court Royale, who was beaten far enough at Taunton when fifth on his most recent outing. Fanzio has disappointed in France the last twice but could prove best of the remainder.
Prediction : 1st Dorking Cock 2nd Court Royale 3rd Fanzio

It is hard to oppose HAUL US IN, who had hit the crossbar twice prior to winning by 16 lengths at Uttoxeter recently. A 12lb hike in the ratings is an obvious concern but the in-form mare looks capable of overcoming it. Longhousesignora was still in contention when falling five out last time and she should not be underestimated. The shortlist is completed by Talkofgold and Holly Flight.
Prediction : 1st Haul Us In 2nd Longhousesignora 3rd Talkofgold

XPO UNIVERSEL bolted up by 10 lengths at Sedgefield eight days ago and a 7lb penalty for that success is unlikely to stop him from going in again today. Winds Of Fire has displayed promise in novice company and he merits plenty of respect on his handicap debut. The consistent Sleepy Haven should be in the mix for the minor money, while similar comments apply to Get Help.
Prediction : 1st Xpo Universel 2nd Winds Of Fire 3rd Sleepy Haven