UK Horse Racing Tips: Newcastle

POPALOT shaped with encouragement when finishing a creditable third on his introduction at Market Rasen in November and is likely to have lots more to offer. With Brian Hughes booked, the son of Pether's Moon could take a step forward to strike. Dolly Drama made the frame on her racecourse bow at Wetherby and has to be respected along with Kilaro, who struck at Musselburgh on his penultimate start.
Prediction : 1st Popalot 2nd Dolly Drama 3rd Kilaro

Despite being sent off at 66/1, ROARIN' SUCCESS only found an odds-on shot too good over track and trip last month. Donald McCain's mare sports a first-time tongue-tie and might only need to find minimal improvement in order to go one better. Midnight Bella finished sixth behind the selection on her most recent start, but she could get closer on just her third start over timber. Of the remainder, Mornington Beach makes the most appeal.
Prediction : 1st Roarin Success 2nd Midnight Bella 3rd Mornington Beach

Loulou Madrik brings plenty of experience to the table and sets the standard with a rating of 113, but the one that appeals most is NOSY NEIGHBOUR. Rebecca Menzies' gelding showed ability when third on his first start at Southwell in November and, with any progression, he could prove a tough nut to crack. Point-to-point winner Malayalam is another to keep a close eye on.
Prediction : 1st Nosy Neighbour 2nd Loulou Madrik 3rd Malayalam

Gentleman Bill was yet to be popped a question when he fell at Doncaster on Thursday and it would be no surprise to see him go close if he stays clear of trouble this time. However, JOECOOKER (second) readily fended him off when they met at Wetherby on Boxing Day and he looks a more appealing option. I Am Max and Glen Road complete the shortlist.
Prediction : 1st Joecooker 2nd Gentleman Bill 3rd I Am Max

BOTH BARRELS had Esprit Du Potier four and a half lengths behind him in third when he won at Kelso at the end of December and has a big chance of upholding the form. Having never recovered after being hampered by a faller last time out, Donald Whillans' gelding is well worth another chance in this company. Forged Well is interesting back over hurdles and he edges out the aforementioned Esprit Du Potier to be the biggest danger on these terms.
Prediction : 1st Both Barrels 2nd Forged Well 3rd Esprit Du Potier

ETON MES had something in hand when he made a successful handicap debut at Uttoxeter last month and a 5lb rise looks manageable while he is obviously on the upgrade. Red Cadillac returned from a break to post a win and a second from just two starts towards the end of last year. His consistency puts him firmly in the picture here. Aire Spray and Another High Five should also be competitive.
Prediction : 1st Eton Mes 2nd Red Cadillac 3rd Aire Spray

GALIDAM is tentatively forwarded as the first one to consider, in the hope he steps forward to stamp his authority under top weight in a weak race. Count Adhemar is unexposed over fences and won't need to find much to be a key player. Blue Bear has some C&D experience and is another to take note of resuming from a break at this level. Zara's Universe could also have a say despite being 1lb wrong at the weights.
Prediction : 1st Galidam 2nd Count Adhemar 3rd Blue Bear