UK Horse Racing Tips: Ascot

IRISH HILL filled the runner-up spot in this grade at Wincanton last month and competes off the same rating. Paul Nicholls' six-year-old is a previous course winner and it would be no surprise to see him make it two wins from his last three starts. Don Rafael returned to winning ways at Hereford on his most recent start, but this looks like a much tougher assignment off 5lb higher. Of the remainder, Stoner's Choice makes the most appeal.
Prediction : 1st Irish Hill 2nd Don Rafael 3rd Stoners Choice

Point-to-point winner Tommy The Tank showed lots of ability to take the silver medal home on his first outing over hurdles at Fontwell in October and, with normal progression, he could have a say. However, it's hard to ignore the claims of BELLIANO. The son of Black Sam Bellamy only found a subsequent winner too good on his debut under Rules at Chepstow and should have plenty more to offer. Country Park is another to note.
Prediction : 1st Belliano 2nd Tommy The Tank 3rd Country Park

Here Comes Georgie made his second chase start a successful one when scoring at Wetherby last month and he should mount a bold bid off only a 3lb higher rating. However, IBERICO LORD gets the nod. Nicky Henderson's six-year-old struck in good style on his chasing debut at Kempton and holds an entry in the Arkle at the Cheltenham Festival. He could put these to the sword before moving up the class ladder, while Ryan's Rocket can beat Western Zephyr home for third.
Prediction : 1st Iberico Lord 2nd Here Comes Georgie 3rd Ryans Rocket

GOLDEN MOVE had his handicap debut over hurdles won some way out at Wincanton 15 days ago and there is likely more to come. An 8lb hike in the ratings shouldn't be the ceiling of the four-year-old's ability and he's fancied to follow up. The biggest threat may emerge from We're Red And Blue, who made all in a maiden hurdle at Carlisle last month. Fasol, a stablemate of the selection, must also enter calculations.
Prediction : 1st Golden Move 2nd Were Red And Blue 3rd Fasol

Although JOHNNYWHO was a little underwhelming when finishing third in the Grade 2 John Francome Novices' Chase at Newbury three weeks ago, that looked a deeper contest and he might be able to get back on track. Chase debutant Mark Of Gold arrives on the back of a solid second at Plumpton and he may give the selection most to think about, ahead of Rare Edition, who should put the experience of last month's C&D second to good use.
Prediction : 1st Johnnywho 2nd Mark Of Gold 3rd Rare Edition

There are plenty of smart prospects on show in what should prove to be a strong bumper. Dan Skelton landed last year's contest with Let It Rain, and another victory could be on the cards courtesy of MONEYGARROW. The son of Shantou followed up his ready victory between the flags when scoring in good fashion on his Rules bow at Chepstow in October. Fresh Perspective boasts a similar profile after last month's triumph at Uttoxeter and he merits consideration along with Doctor Blue, while market support for Rules newcomer No Drama This End would also be interesting.
Prediction : 1st Moneygarrow 2nd Fresh Perspective 3rd Doctor Blue