UK Horse Racing Tips: Southwell

Palace Artois and Silken Bay have recent runs under their belts, but neither gets the pulse racing and ZERIYA is taken to make an immediate return on a big investment. A half-sister to a dual Group 3 winner in Australia, the daughter of Too Darn Hot is from the family of Zarak and Zarkava so it's no surprise she cost 480,000gns as a yearling. Fellow newcomers Vitality and Romance Spirit make some appeal, but Hot Silk showed ability at Yarmouth last autumn and is put forward as the primary danger.
Prediction : 1st Zeriya 2nd Hot Silk 3rd Vitality

First or second in his last six appearances, HUNDRED CAPS is developing into a useful sprinter and was beaten by a rival on a hat-trick at Kempton. He was successful on his only previous outing at this venue and can continue on his upward curve. Mr Lightside was three and a half lengths behind him at Kempton, but improved to finish third at Wolverhampton and could be dangerous. Way To Dubai is rarely too far away, while Stanley Spencer will appreciate the drop in class.
Prediction : 1st Hundred Caps 2nd Mr Lightside 3rd Way To Dubai

FOLK PAGEANT chased home the high-class Half Sovereign on debut last summer and wasn't seen again until justifying favouritism at Lingfield four weeks ago. She prevailed by less than a length, but appeared to have more in the tank and should take a step forward. An initial mark of 72 certainly looks workable, although Haddiah and On The Inlet also have tempting opening figures. Tewkesbury just failed on his own handicap bow, while Hardstyle and What's The Plan are a couple more to consider in a competitive affair.
Prediction : 1st Folk Pageant 2nd Haddiah 3rd Tewkesbury

This is competitive for the grade and the likes of old rivals Little Mi Mi, Fortunate Star and Okami are all capable of being on the premises. Colors Of Freedom and Auntie Jo also command respect, but a chance is taken on ISLA BELLA building on a near-miss at Wolverhampton last week. That was her first try with cheekpieces added and the Joey Ramsden-trained filly could represent good value with another step forward.
Prediction : 1st Isla Bella 2nd Little Mi Mi 3rd Fortunate Star

ESPANITA is the least exposed contender and could be well placed to make a successful handicap debut. After readily landing a maiden at Wolverhampton, Charlie Johnston's filly looks a decent enough prospect to hold sway again at this level. Polka Blue is entitled to be on the premises based on what she has achieved in novice company, while Homestrait has faced stiffer tests and shouldn't be underestimated.
Prediction : 1st Espanita 2nd Polka Blue 3rd Homestrait

A Chelmsford winner in January, ROGUE JUSTICE then struggled over timber but reverts to the level in a very winnable race. With blinkers added, it would be no surprise to see the son of Calyx break more sharply than he has done in the past and the booking of Rossa Ryan suggests connections mean business. That is not to suggest this will be all one-way traffic and the likes of A Mere Bagatelle, Zephlyn and Captain Robert merit betting checks.
Prediction : 1st Rogue Justice 2nd A Mere Bagatelle 3rd Zephlyn

Latin responded well to a first-time hood to win at Lingfield and it is a logical step for him to try and follow up under a 5lb penalty. However, this is a deeper race and he looks vulnerable on these terms. Preference is for HACKNEY DIAMONDS, who is already a dual course winner and has been given a big chance by the handicapper. Having won off 72 at his peak, a current mark of 59 is too tempting to ignore. Theophilos and Solanna complete the shortlist.
Prediction : 1st Hackney Diamonds 2nd Latin 3rd Theophilos