UK Horse Racing Tips: Wolverhampton

ALBERT CEE really struggled on the turf last season which resulted in a falling handicap mark and the son of Aclaim was able to take full advantage at Southwell latest. He was only doing enough that day and a 2lb rise looks more than fair so, whilst a few of these have something to prove, he is fancied to go in again. Cargin Bhui continues to frustrate favourite-backers but it looks only a matter of time before he's back in the winner's enclosure. Spare a thought for Nacho Nacho Nacho too, who could benefit from a strong pace.
Prediction : 1st Albert Cee 2nd Cargin Bhui 3rd Nacho Nacho Nacho

CERELIA is the only one of these without an official rating but the standard which is set by Mr Dreamseller is far from lofty, and she can prove too strong. The daughter of Wootton Bassett hasn't been the strongest of finishers over 7f and the mile, which is surprising given her pedigree, so perhaps a drop to sprinting will change her fortunes. Raveena isn't without a chance and is more appealing than Correspondence, who arrives with something to prove.
Prediction : 1st Cerelia 2nd Mr Dreamseller 3rd Raveena

Recent form can often count for plenty in these types of event and with that in mind, preference is afforded to MINTANA. The daughter of Havana Grey finished a close second over C&D a fortnight ago and a repeat of that effort ought to be more than good enough. Woodrafff was below-par at Newcastle latest but is entitled to go close in classified company, as is Buttercross Flyer, who won a similar event at Lingfield back in August.
Prediction : 1st Mintana 2nd Woodrafff 3rd Buttercross Flyer

Although he has been unable to land a blow in handicap company of late, these calmer waters could prove a suitable opportunity for VON KROLOCK to get back on the scoresheet. The seven-year-old scored over C&D in November and he would take all the beating if running to a similar level. Homer Stokes and Star Of Atlantis are others dropping into classified company, with the latter feared most.
Prediction : 1st Von Krolock 2nd Star Of Atlantis 3rd Homer Stokes

The hat-trick seeking Royal Jet warrants respect given his current heart, although reverting to handicap company demands more of him. Poke The Bear recorded a double at Lingfield last month, but the four-year-old has yet to reach the same heights on Tapeta. With all that in mind, this could prove a suitable opportunity for recent C&D second FISTRAL BEACH, who is 2lb well-in, to gain some compensation.
Prediction : 1st Fistral Beach 2nd Royal Jet 3rd Poke The Bear

Having made the most of some respite from the assessor to score at Kempton last month, MADMAN could be worth following. Tom Ward's charge scored with enough in hand to suggest that a 5lb higher mark is surmountable and he get the vote at the expense of Lion of Mali. He showed considerable promise on nursery debut when runner-up at Newcastle and was subsequently gelded, while Luna Beaux has to be considered after her victory here last Tuesday.
Prediction : 1st Madman 2nd Lion of Mali 3rd Luna Beaux

The runner-up at Newcastle last time, RIBBLE VIBE can fare better back at this venue. The son of Sea The Stars returned the impressive winner over C&D in December and another bold bid is anticipated with Cieren Fallon taking over the reins. Sax Appeal is another looking to resume winning ways having scored at Southwell on his penultimate start, while top-weight Roaring Legend is worth a second glance.
Prediction : 1st Ribble Vibe 2nd Sax Appeal 3rd Roaring Legend

RASTNET is steadily improving and opened her account with a determined success in a novices' event here at the end of last year. John Butler's filly gave the distinct impression this extra yardage will suit and she has the scope to rate higher than her current mark now handicapping. Lady Of Arabia steps up in distance with a shout having landed a double in December. She rates a bigger threat than Shrimp Shady.
Prediction : 1st Rastnet 2nd Lady Of Arabia 3rd Shrimp Shady