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Saturday's Ascot Horse Racing Tips: Expert Selections and Odds
Weather permitting, Ascot hosts a superb Saturday of racing with its Betfair Chase card. Our racing correspondent has scrutinized the form to deliver five solid betting selections for the meeting.
Full Selection List for Ascot
- Mondoui'boy (13.15, Ascot) – 2pts win @ 15/8 (Betway)
- The Jukebox Kid (13.50, Ascot) – 1pt win @ 2/1 (bet365)
- Kateira (14.25, Ascot) – 1pt each-way @ 25/1 (Ladbrokes)
- Joyeux Machin (15.00, Ascot) – 1pt win @ 7/2 (Betfred)
- Kalium (16.10, Ascot) – 0.5pts each-way @ 9/1 (BetMGM)
Race-by-Race Analysis and Betting Insights
Betfair Novices' Hurdle (Ascot, 13.15)
This race may lack quantity but certainly not quality, with four of the five runners holding genuine chances. Mondoui'boy impressed on his debut for trainer Ben Pauling at Ludlow last month, winning by over four lengths. Pauling indicated the horse isn't ready for Cheltenham but could target Aintree with improvement, suggesting this performance could book a spring festival trip. Expect further progression from that initial run.
Injured Jockeys Fund Ambassadors Programme Reynoldstown Novices' Chase (Ascot, 13.50)
Another small but competitive Grade 2 field. The Jukebox Kid, an improving handicapper, won over course and distance last month. While facing favourite Thomas Mor, the forecast soft ground could prove decisive. The selection's point win on heavy ground and recent soft-ground success highlight his suitability. At double the favourite's price, he represents value.
Betfair Exchange Handicap Hurdle (Ascot, 14.25)
A sizable field contests this valuable handicap. Market leader Captain Teague is well-treated but has fitness concerns. Many contenders prefer less testing conditions, whereas Kateira thrives on soft ground. Despite topweight, her stamina and tactical hold-up style under Nico de Boinville could see her outrun her 25/1 odds.
Betfair Swinley Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) (Ascot, 15.00)
A challenging contest featuring previous successful pick Nocte Volatus. However, Joyeux Machin appears well-handicapped by trainer Dan Skelton. His last run at Doncaster showed promise until a fall five out. He handles soft ground and gets the nod for another chance.
Betfair Handicap Hurdle (Challenger Stayers Hurdle Series Qualifier) (Ascot, 16.10)
An open race where market leader Crazierthandaisy's form is questionable. Kalium, trained by Tim Vaughan, offers each-way value. A former bumper winner under Patrick Mullins, he steps up to 3m with potential for improvement. A 7lb claimer assists with topweight, and he performs well when fresh.
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