UK Horse Racing Tips: Sedgefield

In front when falling at Fontwell before going down by a neck at Wincanton last time, compensation could await SCORSESE. The unexposed chaser is assisted by Harry Atkins and his 7lb claim and this looks winnable. Raffles Wonder struggled on his return but could do better now, as might the class-dropping Sayva, while market support for stable debutant Jermyn Raffles, a dual chase winner in France, would be noteworthy.
Prediction : 1st Scorsese 2nd Raffles Wonder 3rd Sayva

Dalston Lad has been too keen on both of his hurdling starts so far and connections will hope that first-time cheekpieces sharpen him up. Dan Skelton's charge might be too strong for recent Bangor winner Atlantic Lad, who has more to do under a penalty, but a chance can be taken on DALY BOY. The 60,000-pound purchase shaped with promise on his sole racecourse appearance at Ayr and progress is anticipated now sent over timber.
Prediction : 1st Daly Boy 2nd Dalston Lad 3rd Atlantic Lad

This can go to COUNTRY PARK, who returned to finish a close-up third at Market Rasen in October. The gelded son of Walk In The Park hasn't been seen since, but he reappears with his yard amongst the winners and is the one to beat on official ratings. Bohemond Antioch and Gintime both have fewer miles on the clock over hurdles and are capable should the selection misfire.
Prediction : 1st Country Park 2nd Bohemond Antioch 3rd Gintime

DIXIE COWBOY was conceding 6lb to Huit Reflets when he had him two lengths back in third when scoring over this C&D last month. With Tom Midgley's 3lb claim off-setting the majority of a 5lb higher mark, the Sam England-trained gelding can repeat the feat. The selection was anchored by heavy ground when attempting to follow up at Hexham 16 days ago but his second-placed finish confirmed he remains in good nick. Zara's Universe and Take Centre Stage are the pick of the rest.
Prediction : 1st Dixie Cowboy 2nd Huit Reflets 3rd Zaras Universe

Summergrounds has been knocking on the door and, with Ella McGarry able to claim 10lb in the saddle, there are good reasons to expect another bold showing. However, it's hard to ignore that DEVON SKIES has won two of her last three starts at this venue, including a C&D success last month. With further improvement possible, she can make the most of getting weight all round here. Blue Fin is another strong contender.
Prediction : 1st Devon Skies 2nd Summergrounds 3rd Blue Fin

LIVANO BELLO bumped into a progressive rival when filling second place over 2m5f at this venue three weeks ago and it would be no surprise to see him go one better on this occasion, despite a 2lb rise. Miss Friday Lions showed more at Newcastle last time and has to be noted on her handicap bow, while Top Flight Century is the pick of the remainder.
Prediction : 1st Livano Bello 2nd Miss Friday Lions 3rd Top Flight Century

DRAKARIS was well held when filling second place on her racecourse debut over C&D a month ago and Dan Skelton's filly looks sure to improve for that experience. With that in mind, she gets the vote over Eskylady, who was bought for 260,000 pounds after winning an Irish point in October. Elderflower Tonic and Red Wine Supernova are others to note.
Prediction : 1st Drakaris 2nd Eskylady 3rd Elderflower Tonic