UK Horse Racing Tips: Newcastle

Bahadur built on a string of consistent efforts to shed the maiden tag at Kempton on his all-weather debut and is expected to be in the mix with his attentions now switched to handicap company. The vote, though, goes to WINTER FLOWER, who scored here in September before not disgracing herself in a novice event at Ascot. An opening mark of 79 is unlikely to stop her from progressing. Moon Sniper appreciated a step up in trip when scoring over C&D and is feared off a 3lb higher figure.
Prediction : 1st Winter Flower 2nd Bahadur 3rd Moon Sniper

WE'RE GOOSERS sets the standard based on his efforts so far, when beaten a neck at both Newmarket and Southwell, and Hugo Palmer's colt is likely to be a tough nut to crack. Fyreline disappointed when fancied to run well on debut at Kempton but is tried in blinkers, which should help to sharpen him up. Others to note include Tarmonbarry Kid and Kaindy.
Prediction : 1st Were Goosers 2nd Fyreline 3rd Tarmonbarry Kid

Hey Havana showed signs of greenness when fourth on his nursery bow over C&D and is likely to be sharper with that experience under his belt. Archangel Josepi is best judged on his third at Redcar, which would make him an interesting contender, but GOLDEN HAVANA is preferred. Michael Dods' gelding produced a decent effort when fourth here over 5f and the addition of cheekpieces gives him every chance of finding the required improvement.
Prediction : 1st Golden Havana 2nd Hey Havana 3rd Archangel Josepi

ELECTRIC AVENUE arrives on the back of some creditable efforts in defeat over 1m here and this ease in distance may prove fruitful. The five-year-old has less to prove than most and edges the vote over fellow in-form rival After Love. George Boughey's filly shouldn't be inconvenienced by a return to 7f and another good account is forecast. Sahana is also worth a second look.
Prediction : 1st Electric Avenue 2nd After Love 3rd Sahana

Having been awarded a race in the Wolverhampton stewards' room, Invincible Crown merits respect in his follow-up bid. A 1lb nudge up the ratings shouldn't prevent another good showing, but the down-in-class SPIRIT OF APPLAUSE is a touch more appealing. Tim Easterby's inmate finished a respectable fourth at Southwell recently and he may prove strongest. Basholo might fare best of the remainder.
Prediction : 1st Spirit Of Applause 2nd Invincible Crown 3rd Basholo

Chola Empire got up to lead in the dying strides over 7f at Chelmsford last month and cannot be dismissed lightly. However, 6f could prove on the sharp side for the son of Territories and unpenalised winner LOVAT SCOUT is more compelling. The three-year-old displayed a willing attitude when scoring at Southwell on Monday and a double may beckon. Bill Plumb is also of interest.
Prediction : 1st Lovat Scout 2nd Chola Empire 3rd Bill Plumb

FIRE EYES escapes a penalty due to winning an apprentice handicap at Redcar on Tuesday and the reliable seven-year-old is difficult to oppose in her current vein of form. Bowood is 2lb well-in following his C&D success at the end of last month and has to enter the reckoning, while Betty Bassett and Lightning Galaxy appeal most of the remainder.
Prediction : 1st Fire Eyes 2nd Bowood 3rd Betty Bassett

Yafaarr gained a first victory here on his most recent appearance, but a 6lb penalty may leave him vulnerable after being consistent prior. With that in mind, the less-exposed VIZZAVONA LADY, who got off the mark at Wolverhampton on the same day, appears capable of taking another step forward on just her sixth career start. Rooska and Ignac Lamar can fight it out for minor honours.
Prediction : 1st Vizzavona Lady 2nd Yafaarr 3rd Rooska

Having scored with something in hand at Catterick recently, EVOCATIVE SPARK might be able to defy a 5lb penalty. A drop into class 6 company should help produce another bold showing from the six-year-old and a seventh career victory may be on the cards. Eden Storm returned from a 53-day absence to finish fourth at Wolverhampton and he may prove the biggest threat to the selection, ahead of Pit Boss.
Prediction : 1st Evocative Spark 2nd Eden Storm 3rd Pit Boss