UK Horse Racing Tips: Doncaster

Rickety Gate completed a double when victorious at Musselburgh in November and he demands the utmost respect, but a chance is taken on BIRD ON THE WIRE. Donald McCain's charge landed the corresponding event from a 7lb lower mark last year, but the addition of first-time blinkers could help eke out more. The Wise Traveller remains well treated on previous form and, having hit the woodwork at Wincanton last time, he ought to be thereabouts.
Prediction : 1st Bird On The Wire 2nd Rickety Gate 3rd The Wise Traveller

With an official rating of 126, ISSUING AUTHORITY sets the standard. The son of Flemensfirth bumped into a couple of promising types at Hereford on his latest outing and he will be difficult to beat if running to a similar level here. Nollyador was far from disgraced on his hurdling bow and he could show more on his second start post wind surgery, while Storminhome is another to be interested in for the in-form Ben Pauling team.
Prediction : 1st Issuing Authority 2nd Nollyador 3rd Storminhome

Many of these would need to improve if they're to have a say, so it might pay dividends to focus on those who saddle penalties. Kellahen finished a good second in handicap company last month and he looks set to go well, along with Lihyan, who makes his debut for Rebecca Menzies having landed a maiden at Cork last July. However, the vote goes to BALLYGLASS. The son of Montmartre wasn't beaten far by Tolworth hero Tahmuras last time and that form gives him leading claims. Spirit Of Regulus shouldn't be underestimated either.
Prediction : 1st Ballyglass 2nd Kellahen 3rd Lihyan

BOLD ENDEAVOUR proved versatile regarding ground conditions when bolting up on good to firm at Leicester last month and he's difficult to oppose, despite a 9lb hike in the ratings. Baron De Midleton is the most exposed of these over fences, but he has proved largely consistent and is likely to make his presence felt. Skytastic was tailed off on his fencing debut but that run might have been needed after seven months off the track, so it could be dangerous to write him off.
Prediction : 1st Bold Endeavour 2nd Baron De Midleton 3rd Skytastic

BALLAQUANE stepped forward on what he achieved over hurdles by gaining a first career success on his chasing debut at Fontwell in November. The handicapper put him up 3lb for that victory and that may prove lenient with the potential for him to progress further. The Questioner justified favouritism to score over hurdles at Ascot on his latest start and the seven-year-old doesn't appear to have reached his ceiling yet in terms of ability. Others for the shortlist include Court At Slip, who made a winning start over the larger obstacles at Wetherby on Boxing Day, and Taste The Fear, who arrives following wind surgery.
Prediction : 1st Ballaquane 2nd The Questioner 3rd Court At Slip

ANTI BRIDGIE is unbeaten in two runs over hurdles following victories at Sedgefield and, more recently, at Kelso where she displayed a fine attitude to lead in the dying strides. The mare now switches to handicap company for the first time and is likely to be very competitive. Maclaine built on the promise of his efforts last season, all of them coming at Newbury, when getting off the mark at Fontwell in November. He boasts strong credentials, while Tommy Cullen, Sporting Mike and Okavango Delta add further spice to what appears to be a competitive event.
Prediction : 1st Anti Bridgie 2nd Maclaine 3rd Tommy Cullen

WILLMOUNT proved to be extremely popular at the sales following his point-to-point victory last February, subsequently being sold for 340,000 pounds, and the son of Blue Bresil commands plenty of respect on his Rules debut. Townhill boasts a strong National Hunt pedigree, being related to the likes of Royal Regatta and Three Musketeers, and he represents a stable who have done particularly well in this sphere. Muskoka and Luna Breeze appeal most of the remainder.
Prediction : 1st Willmount 2nd Townhill 3rd Muskoka