UK Horse Racing Tips: York

WINDLORD bumped into an exciting juvenile when second over 7f at Sandown and a repeat of that effort would see him difficult to beat. This could be a stepping stone for the son of Dubawi, who has Group entries later on in the campaign, and he can shed his maiden tag. The biggest danger is likely to come in the form of Shah, who has occupied the runner-up berth in his two appearances to date, including in the Convivial here. Newcomer Spirit Of Murray heads the remainder.
Prediction : 1st Windlord 2nd Shah 3rd Spirit Of Murray

The hat-trick seeking Law Of Average arrives in very good heart and should be taken seriously, but a further 9lb hike in the ratings may leave him susceptible to a better-treated rival. A chance is taken on MAKE IT EASY, who was only narrowly touched off from a tricky draw at Chester and this looks a good opportunity to go one better. Nigel Tinkler's filly has been raised 3lb, which doesn't appear out of her reach. Cover Point also makes appeal.
Prediction : 1st Make It Easy 2nd Law Of Average 3rd Cover Point

YES I'M MALI showed a likeable attitude when running on gamely to claim a nursery over C&D at the Ebor meeting and although he'll have to defy a 5lb rise, Richard Fahey's colt should be a tough nut to crack. Brighton Boy didn't get the run of the race when caught wide and struggling to land a blow over 7f at Glorious Goodwood, and a more straightforward passage could see him to better effect. Mythical Composer is also worthy of consideration on his handicap bow.
Prediction : 1st Yes Im Mali 2nd Brighton Boy 3rd Mythical Composer

It is way too early to be giving up on the well-bred MARKOON, who was his own worst enemy when pulling too hard on his handicap debut at Newbury. The son of Kingman showed tenacity when successful on his two previous starts and, assuming he settles better back over a mile, he can give his trainer back-to-back winners of this race. Class-droppers Apiarist and Marcella offer some each-way value, while Old Cock is two from three in handicaps and also rates a serious contender.
Prediction : 1st Markoon 2nd Apiarist 3rd Marcella

Quinault is a strong contender as he bids to complete a hat-trick of Listed wins after admirable efforts at Chester and Newmarket. However, the likes of Marine Wave and Rage Of Bamby can also race prominently and this could unfold to suit a closer. TWILIGHT CALLS appeals as one who might have the race run to suit and, having not been beaten far in the Hackwood at Newbury last time, he can deliver another sucker punch for a yard that won this race with Limato in 2018.
Prediction : 1st Twilight Calls 2nd Quinault 3rd Marine Wave

MUSCIKA arrives here on the back of two narrow defeats, the first of which came over this C&D in July, and it would be no surprise to see the veteran return to winning ways. Huddle Up has also been running well in defeat of late and could give the selection plenty to think about. Others who make the shortlist are Roundhay Park, Dance And Romance and It Just Takes Time.
Prediction : 1st Muscika 2nd Huddle Up 3rd Roundhay Park

Cases can be made for many of these but marginal preference is for FAST STEPS, who did not appear to get home over 1m4f at Epsom. However, that was still a very respectable effort and his previous second over this trip at Sandown is also strong form. Highwaygrey has made the frame in both starts since winning at Pontefract in July and is likely to be in the mix once again. Others to note are Young Fire, Poet's Dawn and Glistening Nights.
Prediction : 1st Fast Steps 2nd Highwaygrey 3rd Young Fire