Free Horse Racing Tips Today – Thursday 26th February

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Free Horse Racing Tips Today – Thursday 26th February

Thursday’s racing throws up a strong mix of competitive handicaps and progressive types across Ludlow, Taunton, Wetherby and Chelmsford, and we’ve picked out a solid Lucky 15 alongside a confident NAP and a lively Dark Horse at a price.

As always, the focus is on horses who are well treated by the handicapper, returning to optimum trips, or stepping into races that look weaker than what they’ve been contesting recently.

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Todays NAP of The Day

27 Jun 19:25 - Choice Training Handicap - Lingfield
27 Jun 19:25
Choice Training Handicap - Lingfield

Rogue Bullet

J: Jack Callan T: James Owen
Race Winner
6/5

Reason for Tip

Rogue Bullet enters the 7:25 Choice Training Handicap at Lingfield riding a wave of immense momentum following a highly successful transfer to trainer James Owen. The son of Mehmas delivered a sparkling, dominant performance on his stable debut just six days ago, surging to a comfortable victory over five and a half furlongs at Brighton. Although he shoulders a standard five pound penalty for that recent triumph, the sheer authority of that performance indicates he remains significantly ahead of the handicapper. The strategic booking of three pound claimer Jack Callan brilliantly offsets the majority of that weight penalty, maintaining the gelding’s distinct competitive advantage. Rogue Bullet is clearly thriving in his new environment and possesses proven form on synthetic surfaces. Bursting with confidence and tactical speed, he is beautifully positioned to secure immediate back-to-back victories.

⭐ NAP of the Day

Felix Gem – 5.00 Chelmsford (13/8)

Trainer: Eve Johnson-Houghton | Jockey: Callum Hutchinson

Felix Gem has progressed rapidly with each run. After a green debut, he took a big step forward when finishing a close second in a Class 3 at Wolverhampton last time. Dropping into Class 5 company today, he sets a clear form standard.

A slight drop in trip looks ideal and while he has a wide draw to contend with, he’s shown good early speed previously and has Callum Hutchinson aboard. With further improvement expected, Felix Gem looks the one they all have to beat.

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Todays Dark Horse

27 Jun 19:35 - Congratulations Dan & Grace Handicap - Chepstow
27 Jun 19:35
Congratulations Dan & Grace Handicap - Chepstow

Stardancer

J: Georgia Dobie T: C G Cox
Race Winner
10/1

Reason for Tip

Stardancer, a beautifully bred four-year-old grey gelding by Dark Angel, looks dangerously well-handicapped heading into the 7:35 Congratulations Dan & Grace Handicap at Chepstow. Trained by Clive Cox, he made a highly encouraging seasonal reappearance at Nottingham last month following a lengthy ten-month absence and beneficial wind surgery. Although finishing sixth, he traveled smoothly for a long way, heavily implying he needed the outing to strip fitter and shake off residual rustiness. Prior to his break, Stardancer was a model of consistency, logging excellent placed efforts on the all-weather. Now dropping to an official rating of 74 and partnered with Georgia Dobie, he finds himself in an exceptionally winnable Class 5 turf contest. With his crucial comeback run securely behind him, Stardancer is poised to bounce back to peak form and deliver a prominent showing at a price that looks generous.

🎯 Dark Horse

Frisby – 3.35 Wetherby (14/1)

Trainer: Ben Haslam | Jockey: Jack Hogan

Frisby remains a maiden but has shown plenty of ability in the past and has often run well without winning. His return run over hurdles wasn’t inspiring, but that came on stable debut and today he switches back to chasing, which is a big positive.

He should be fitter for that outing, has run well at Wetherby before, and this looks an open contest. At 14/1, Frisby appeals as a horse who could easily outrun his odds and sneak into the frame if everything clicks.

Todays Lucky 15

27 Jun 13:40 - Education Network Handicap - Newcastle
27 Jun 13:40
Education Network Handicap - Newcastle

Caviar Cowboy

J: Luke Morris T: J R Fanshawe
Race Winner
6/1

Reason for Tip

Caviar Cowboy enters Saturday’s 1:40 assignment representing the astute James Fanshawe yard in exceptional heart. While initially noted in preliminary discussions for Newmarket, official declarations confirm his placement in Newcastle’s fiercely competitive Class 2 Education Network Handicap over seven furlongs. This progressive three-year-old colt by Zoustar possesses a highly dependable profile, highlighted by a dominant April victory at Lingfield and a remarkably tenacious second place finish in a thirteen runner Kempton handicap just last month. Demonstrating superb tactical versatility across both standard and slow all-weather surfaces, he remains on an appealing official rating of 86. Paired with the highly experienced Luke Morris and carrying a favourable racing weight, the colt’s willingness to battle strongly positions him for another bold showing. The data firmly suggests Caviar Cowboy is primed to deliver a highly prominent run in this contest.

27 Jun 14:40 - JenningsBet Festival Northumberland Vase Handicap - Newcastle
27 Jun 14:40
JenningsBet Festival Northumberland Vase Handicap - Newcastle

Shrimp Shady

J: Rob Hornby T: A M Balding
Race Winner
7/2

Reason for Tip

Shrimp Shady arrives at the 2:40 JenningsBet Festival Northumberland Vase Handicap at Newcastle as a rapidly improving 4yo with exceptional staying credentials. Trained by Andrew Balding, this son of Mastercraftsman out of a Dalakhani mare boasts a pedigree tailor-made for this demanding trip. He lines up in peak physical condition following a gritty, career best victory in the Chester Plate over a similar distance last month, proving his stamina reserves are vast. Furthermore, his earlier success on the Wolverhampton tapeta confirms his complete comfort on all-weather surfaces. Reunited with jockey Rob Hornby, who understands his rhythm perfectly, the colt remains incredibly well-treated on an official rating of 87. Given his undeniable affinity for synthetic tracks and proven endurance, Shrimp Shady presents a formidable profile and holds outstanding prospects of securing another major victory today.

27 Jun 15:38 - Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Handicap - York
27 Jun 15:38
Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Handicap - York

Draupnir

J: Billy Garrity T: M&D Easterby
Race Winner
17/2

Reason for Tip

Trained by the shrewd Michael and David Easterby operation, Draupnir offers a highly intriguing profile for the 3:38 Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Handicap at York. This four-year-old gelding by the Epsom Derby winner Golden Horn possesses a stamina-laden pedigree that strongly suggests this dramatic step up in distance to one mile and six furlongs will unlock significant underlying potential. Although his recent form figures of 353 have been achieved over shorter trips, his strong-finishing third at Hamilton twelve days ago hinted heavily that a stiffer stamina test is required. With Billy Garritty in the saddle and racing off an attractive official rating of 72, this tactical distance experiment looks exceptionally well-timed. Removing previous headgear, Draupnir is a remarkably durable, consistent performer whose breeding implies he can thrive over this marathon trip, making him a highly compelling prospect.

27 Jun 19:05 - Paving Fields Construction Maiden Handicap - Chepstow
27 Jun 19:05
Paving Fields Construction Maiden Handicap - Chepstow

Thai Princess

J: Callum Hutchinson T: A M Balding
Race Winner
9/4

Reason for Tip

Thai Princess makes a highly anticipated and well-placed transition into handicap company in the 7:05 Paving Fields Construction Maiden Handicap at Chepstow. Representing the elite Andrew Balding stable, this lightly raced three-year-old daughter of Bangkok has demonstrated undeniable flashes of promise during three qualifying runs on all-weather surfaces earlier this spring. Crucially, she returns to the track following a two-month absence and restorative wind surgery—a routine veterinary intervention that frequently sparks immediate, significant performance improvements in young thoroughbreds. Now transitioning to turf and entering Class 6 company off a highly realistic opening mark of 60, she faces her most winnable assignment to date. With Callum Hutchinson taking the ride and the filly stepping slightly up in trip, these converging positive variables suggest Thai Princess is perfectly positioned to take a massive step forward and easily outperform market expectations.

🍀 Lucky 15 Tips Today

🐎 Rockinastorm – 2.07 Ludlow (4/1)

Trainer: H Daly | Jockey: David Bass

Rockinastorm has been far more competitive than bare form figures suggest since returning in December. His fifth here two starts ago came in a tightly bunched finish and reads better than it looks, while his latest run at Windsor can be forgiven as it came over an extreme trip that likely stretched him at this stage of his career.

Back to 2m7f today on ground he enjoys, Rockinastorm is now 3lb below his highest winning mark and returns to a course that suits. David Bass is back on board, the yard has a strong record in this race, and this looks a very realistic opportunity for him to bounce back.


🐎 Snapdance – 3.26 Taunton (7/2)

Trainer: R Walford | Jockey: Harry Kimber

Snapdance remains a maiden but has started to put things together nicely, with consistent form figures of 3-2-3 since December. He wasn’t far away over C&D two runs ago and the return to Taunton looks a definite positive.

This is not a strong contest and Snapdance remains low mileage for a seven-year-old. Soft ground shouldn’t be an issue on pedigree and the Walford/Kimber combination has an excellent record here, striking at around 35%. A big chance for him to finally get his head in front.


🐎 Laysoft – 4.45 Wetherby (7/2)

Trainer: J Parkinson & S Smith | Jockey: Danny McMenamin

Laysoft is an unexposed four-year-old who has shown plenty of ability already. A NHF winner at Huntingdon, he has since held his own in warm maiden hurdles, including a Listed race at Doncaster last time.

This handicap debut looks a sensible starting point and his opening mark appears very workable. The Parkinson & Smith yard are flying, Danny McMenamin is an excellent booking, and the pair boast an outstanding record together at Wetherby. Laysoft looks a major player now entering handicaps.


🐎 Zoffandia – 5.30 Chelmsford (4/1)

Trainer: Kieran Burke | Jockey: Ashley Lewis

Zoffandia returned from a break in excellent style when scoring at Kempton earlier this month, with first-time visor clearly having a positive effect. That headgear is retained today and another bold run looks very likely.

He remains on a workable mark, has a good draw in stall 3, and runs over his optimum mile. Ashley Lewis takes the ride again and is riding with huge confidence, boasting a remarkable recent strike-rate. Zoffandia looks well placed to follow up.

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Tipmans's Final Word

Thursday’s card offers plenty of betting opportunities, with Felix Gem standing out as a confident NAP, while the Lucky 15 is built around progressive and well-treated runners who look ready to strike. Laysoft and Zoffandia in particular look well placed in their respective races, while Frisby offers genuine value for those looking for a bigger-priced play.

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