UK Horse Racing Tips

The Griffiths and Armour Handicap (2.35) at Haydock on Friday is one of the most competitive races of the day and, with recent winning form in short supply, a ‘surprise’ winner is a distinct possibility.

Anonymous John is on a losing run of 16 but, consequently, races off the same mark as when successful in a better race on the Tapeta at Wolverhampton last December and wouldn’t be without a chance on his best form. Indeed, David Evans’ 3-year-old wasn’t beaten far over 7 furlongs at Ascot two weeks ago and struck a purple patch at around this time last year, so he’s a must for our shortlist.

The other one who takes our eye is Big Time, now in the charge of “Sprint King” David Nicholls after completely losing for his way for John Joseph Murphy. The Kheleyf gelding was only beaten half a length in the Group 1 Keeneland Phoenix Stakes at the Curragh as a juvenile, but finished nearer last than first on all five starts for the yard as a 3-year-old and 4-year-old. He fared a little better on his first start for his new trainer, finishing sixth of ten, beaten 6¾ lengths, in a 0-90 contest over 7 furlongs at Haydock six weeks ago and can be expected to improve a little.

Selections: Haydock 2.35 Anonymous John, Big Time

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