UK Horse Racing Tips: Doncaster

Maelstrom is respected after gaining narrow wins at Newmarket and Ascot, but it might be worth taking a chance on JER BATT. It's been over two years since the Dragon Pulse gelding's last win, but he's edged down the handicap as a result and would probably have gone very close at Haydock had he gained a clear run. Hypnotised remains open to plenty of improvement and is an obvious player, having gone down by a neck at Newbury. Others to note include Fortification and Adrestia.
Prediction : 1st Jer Batt 2nd Maelstrom 3rd Hypnotised

OLIVER SHOW might be better over further, as highlighted when keeping on into second over the mile at Goodwood a fortnight ago. However, he finished fourth in the corresponding event from 5lb higher 12 months ago and may be able to find a bit more in the first-time visor. Completely Random emerged with lots of credit when fourth in the Stewards' Cup, whilst the progressive Asuka is capable of going close. Indian Run and The Liffey are others to bear in mind.
Prediction : 1st Oliver Show 2nd Completely Random 3rd Asuka

WECHAAD ran with great credit in the Britannia at Royal Ascot before hitting the frame at Newmarket and it's a little disappointing he still only has one win to his name. However, Roger Varian's charge has been given a couple of months off since his latest effort, and, back at the scene of his sole triumph, it would come as no surprise if he gets back on track. Lion of Mali has been in excellent form this term and can give another good account of himself from a handy weight, while the Irish raider Invincible Will shouldn't be overlooked.
Prediction : 1st Wechaad 2nd Lion of Mali 3rd Invincible Will

Coronation Stakes runner-up Touleen fluffed her lines when only fourth in Group 3 company over the same C&D next time, but first-time cheekpieces are applied and she might be worth another chance. Even so, the improving FORTY YEARS ON looks the way to go. George Scott's filly readily won off a mark of 96 over this trip at Goodwood a few weeks ago and is well worth her place at this level. With the potential for more to come and having already shown a liking for this track and trip, she looks the one to be on. The Prettiest Star completes the shortlist.
Prediction : 1st Forty Years On 2nd Touleen 3rd The Prettiest Star

Say What You See finished a creditable third in this class at York last month and has to be respected, especially because this step up in distance might bring out improvement. However, ALL IN YOU was highly tried and well beaten in the Ascot Stakes in June, but this is an easier assignment and a mark of 90 might underestimate his ability. Valedictory sports a first-time visor and is another to keep a close eye on.
Prediction : 1st All In You 2nd Say What You See 3rd Valedictory

Although unable to follow up her Musselburgh victory when fourth at Newmarket 22 days ago, this could prove a suitable opportunity for TIVA to regain the winning thread. Conor Whiteley claims a handy 5lb off the four-year-old's back and she edges the vote over Kinetic Force. Ruth Carr's charge wasn't at his best on his latest 10th at Thirsk, but his previous victory at that venue in early May makes him a live threat. Fantasy Master is the pick of the remainder.
Prediction : 1st Tiva 2nd Kinetic Force 3rd Fantasy Master

Rock Of England and Maharajas Express have held their form well of late and go on the shortlist as strong contenders, while Smart Vision acts well here and also warrants a second look running off 12lb below his last winning mark. However, a chance is taken on U S S CHARLESTON, who is better then recent form figures might have you believe and he can provide a bit of value in a tough sprint handicap for punters to fathom.
Prediction : 1st U S S Charleston 2nd Rock Of England 3rd Maharajas Express

Shazani has crept up the ratings after supplementing a C&D win with a relatively cosy success over 5f at Beverley. With Joe Bradnam more than negating another 5lb rise by claiming 7lb from the saddle, another bold bid is likely from Roy Bowring's four-year-old. However, this could be a good time to side with RAATEA, who has dropped to a very favourable rating and, after a light summer campaign, he could exploit the leniency if anywhere near his best. Dandy Magic, Sixtygeesbaby and Miraculous are others of interest in a competitive finale.
Prediction : 1st Raatea 2nd Shazani 3rd Dandy Magic