Author: Russ

Having continually told members of the excellence of trainer Joseph O’Brien has in setting up successful raids on big races the world over.It’s time to put my words into action and my money where my mouth is.! The drying ground and generous odds makes it highly likely that the stable can pull off two more…

Tiernan Power Roach already well known to Nu Trends members is likely to be thrust into the limelight at this years festival and he can warm up with another winner for his main retainer Philip Rothwell on Sunday aboard Cato’s Revenge in the Naas 3.40. This 8yo was an eyecatcher last time out in the…

Sometimes there are betting opportunities that are simply to good to ignore and the 3.20 at Wolverhampton on Saturday is a perfect example where everything is in place including a price of around 7/1-8/1 in a field of just 7 runners. Witch Hunter is the horse in question and the 7f listed race at the…

Kepler’s Law to Rule at Sandown Mar 5, 2025by Russin Uncategorised We tipped Kepler’s Law to win a Grade 2 Novice Hurdle at Haydock, where he was backed from 6/1 to 3/1, only for soft ground to force his withdrawal. He then got a handicap mark of 128 for Chepstow, but again, soggy conditions saw…

Case Study: Ralph Beckett’s Rise to Prominence Ralph Beckett has emerged as one of the pre-eminent racehorse trainers in Europe, a journey marked by consistent growth in numerical winners, a knack for landing major races, and a reputation for developing top-tier talent. Based at Kimpton Down Stables in Hampshire, Beckett’s career trajectory reflects a blend…

To understand why we rate him banker bet material – let’s look at how he stacks up against some of the best previous winners of this prestigious Grade 1 contest, let’s break down his credentials and compare them to standout past victors like Denman (2007), Bobs Worth (2012), Monkfish (2021), and Fact To File (2024).…

When the Henderson team introduce horses at the very top of the game, they give off an air of confidence that is difficult to quantify but once they start to show it on the track they rarely fail to deliver and progress to become 160 + horses. Let’s assess the chance based on his Auteuil…

Once Cheltenham is over everything will kick into gear for the start of the flat. The four Australian bound horses are en route from Somerville Lodge and of the four Dubai Honour and Al Mubhir could well be betting opportunities providing they settle well down under. This week Raneen will head to post in the…

With the run-up to Cheltenham in full swing, next week will probably be quiet on the jumping front. I thought it might be a good time to post an early look at this year’s 2,000 Guineas, especially given the eye-catching performances of Opera Ballo at Kempton over the past month. 57 horses were declared at…

Race by Race-Day 1 Supreme Hurdle – Kopek Des Bordes *****Banker Arkle Chase – Majborough *****Banker Ultima Chase – The Changing Man *** (Alt) Broadway Boy Mares Hurdle – July Flower ** Champion Hurdle – Constitution Hill *****Banker Fred Winter – Putyurhandstogether***(Alt) Total Look National Hunt Chase – Haiti Couleurs **** Race by Race Day…