Our Ayr racing tips cover all 7 races on the card today, Friday 19th June 2026. The action gets underway at 17:30 and runs through to 21:00, with going reported as 8.1) (Good (goingstick).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Shifter boasts a 50% strike rate from 4 runs at the track, Lewis Chalkley has been in fine form here with 2 wins from 4 rides, David Killahena & Graeme McPherson’s yard sends out runners with a 20% strike rate at this venue. Below you’ll find race-by-race breakdowns with our top selections, live odds and tipster picks.
Tipster Performance at Ayr
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Ayr over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Sobot | Yorkshire Evening Post | 17 | 7 | 41.18% | 70.59% |
| bettinggods.com | bettinggods.com | 13 | 5 | 38.46% | 76.92% |
| Melissa Jones | D Express | 21 | 8 | 38.1% | 66.67% |
| The Duke | Yorkshire Post | 14 | 5 | 35.71% | 50% |
| Glendale | The Scotsman | 43 | 15 | 34.88% | 65.12% |
17:30 – Magners Original Cider Restricted Maiden Stakes (For Horses In Bands B, C And D) (GBB Race)
Race Details: 6f | Class 5 | Going: 8.1) (Good (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a fairly ordinary restricted maiden on paper, and the market has understandably latched on to the handful with solid placed form. Stoneacre Joe sets the standard on official figures after a string of respectable efforts, while Tide Runner made a promising start when third and should know plenty more now. Star With Purpose has the benefit of experience too and his figures suggest he won’t be far away if things fall right from a wide draw. Sand Sea is the interesting older horse in the line-up, but a 4yo maiden after only two starts still comes with questions. The rest need major improvement, so this feels less like a deep contest and more a race likely decided by which of the principals takes the expected step forward.
Top Selections
1. Stoneacre Joe – 6/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Sean Kirrane | Trainer: Tim Easterby | Form: 9-2284 | Rating: 80 | Topspeed: 60
Stoneacre Joe is the percentage call. He has the best rating in the field, one of the strongest Topspeed figures and, crucially, far more convincing maiden form than most of these. His sequence this season says he has been knocking on the door, and although he could only manage fourth last time, that still reads better than what plenty of these have achieved. Easterby’s colt has enough pace for this 6f and doesn’t need to improve much to take this if reproducing his better efforts. At 6/4 he is no giveaway, but in a race lacking depth he is still hard to oppose. Bet type: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Sand Sea – 11/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan | Trainer: David & Nicola Barron | Form: 6-7 | Rating: 73 | Topspeed: 47
Sand Sea is the one at a slightly bigger price who makes some each-way appeal in a race where the shortlist is not especially long. He is a 4yo, which is never ideal in this sort of maiden, but his mark of 73 gives him a definite chance and the Barron yard knows how to place one at this level. His two runs so far have not set the world alight, yet they came in stronger company than this and there is room for him to leave those efforts behind now dropped into a restricted event. With Mulrennan booked and 11/2 available, he looks the value play to hit the frame at least. Bet type: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple: Stoneacre Joe is the solid win bet because his form stack is clearly the strongest in the field. For an each-way punt, Sand Sea makes more appeal than some of the shorter 3yos because he has a workable rating and could find this company much easier. Tide Runner and Star With Purpose look the main dangers if progressing as expected.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sand Sea | 11/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Thistle Nil | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 (Bet365) |
| Alpha Platoon | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 (Bet365) |
| Tide Runner | 9/4 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 9/4 | 5/2 (Betfair) |
| Brash | 20/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 9/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Star With Purpose | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Stoneacre Joe | 6/4 | 11/10 | 11/10 | 11/10 | 5/4 | 6/4 (Bet365) |
| Le Puy | 20/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Shatin Beauty | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Jeffrey Ross | Stoneacre Joe |
18:00 – AU Signature Handicap
Race Details: 1m 2f | Class 6 | Going: 8.1) (Good (goingstick) | | flat
This is a pretty ordinary Class 6 on paper, but it is not short on angles. The 3yos Fans Favourite and Myrrh bring the upside against exposed older handicappers, and that often matters in this grade over 1m2f. Fans Favourite arrives off a win and is the obvious one to beat, while Off Spin has been knocking on the door without quite getting his head in front. Shifter is another lurking on a handy weight if things fall right. By contrast, plenty of the older brigade look thoroughly exposed now, even if Dingwall and Glasses Up have bits of form that give them a squeak. It is not a deep race, but it is a mildly tricky little handicap because the market leaders do make appeal for different reasons.
Top Selections
1. Fans Favourite – 2/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Conor Whiteley | Trainer: Hugo Palmer | Form: 487-31 | Rating: 69 | Topspeed: 56
He is the one with the clearest scope to do better still. That last-time-out win suggested he is beginning to work things out, and a 3yo with only five starts to his name is always of interest in a race full of battle-hardened, fully exposed types. An opening mark of 69 does not look harsh if that latest effort is the start of a proper forward move rather than a one-off. Hugo Palmer does well placing these younger handicappers, and Conor Whiteley keeps the ride on a colt who should have the pace to hold a good position. At 2/1 he is hardly a secret, but he is still hard to oppose.
Bet: WIN
2. Myrrh – 17/2 with Bet365
Jockey: David Nolan | Trainer: David O’Meara | Form: 13-346 | Rating: 68 | Topspeed: 58
Myrrh makes plenty of each-way appeal in a race where not many are open to progress. He has already shown enough this season to think a mark of 68 is workable, and his form figures suggest he has been running respectably without everything dropping right. The David O’Meara yard is always worth noting in these northern handicaps, while David Nolan is the sort of rider you want in a race likely to become tactical in patches. He does not need to improve a bundle to hit the frame, and if he settles and sees out the trip strongly, 17/2 looks a fair price for a solid each-way punt.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Fans Favourite is the win play because he is the only runner here who looks capable of taking a proper step forward. Myrrh is the each-way alternative at the bigger price, with his profile much more appealing than most of these older regulars. The obvious danger is Off Spin, who is consistent enough for this level and should go well again if the race is run to suit.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dingwall | 11/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Betfair) |
| Tap Dancer | 15/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| Elizabeth Bay | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Glasses Up | 14/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Off Spin | 7/2 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Myrrh | 17/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Fans Favourite | 2/1 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 2/1 (Bet365) |
| Shifter | 11/2 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Zebra Star | 14/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 14/1 | 18/1 (Betfair) |
18:40 – Millar Callaghan Engineering Handicap
Race Details: 7f | Class 5 | Going: 8.1) (Good (goingstick) | | flat
This is a proper Ayr handicap rather than a tidy little formality, with several arriving in nick and a few old hands lurking on workable marks. Ashen, The Gay Blade and Glorious Kitty all come here off wins, while Black Storm has been knocking loudly enough on the door to make plenty of appeal in a race of this nature. The handicapper hasn’t missed much with the obvious ones, though, and that makes this a slightly tricky puzzle rather than a standout betting heat. Draw could play its part over 7f, but more important may be which runner gets the cleanest trip and can produce late. I’d rather side with a horse still looking well treated than one trying to defy the full force of a rise after a recent success.
Top Selections
1. Black Storm – 5/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Ryan Sexton | Trainer: Katie Scott | Form: 30-442 | Rating: 81 | Topspeed: 52
Black Storm looks ready to strike after a pair of solid efforts, especially that latest second, and he makes plenty of sense in a race where some of the market leaders may be feeling the handicapper’s grip. He’s a five-year-old who seems to be holding his form well, and Katie Scott’s runner has the look of one who can sit handy enough before being asked to go and win it late. Off 81, he doesn’t look overburdened by the assessor, and the 5/1 on offer is fair rather than flashy. In this sort of competitive Class 5, solid recent form counts for plenty and he brings that in spades. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Al Muqdad – 8/1 with Bet365
Jockey: David Nolan | Trainer: David O’Meara | Form: 736063 | Rating: 84 | Topspeed: 62
Al Muqdad is the sort who can easily outrun his price in this grade, and 8/1 makes him interesting as an each-way play. The recent third was a step back in the right direction, and while he’s not the easiest horse to catch right, he is edging down to a mark where he can be competitive again. Drawn in 1, David Nolan should have options, and O’Meara’s older handicappers often pop up when the market has just cooled on them. He doesn’t arrive with the same obvious upward profile as a couple of these, but in a 10-runner field he has the right blend of experience, class edge and place possibilities to make appeal as an each-way punt. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Black Storm is the percentage call for the win bet given his recent consistency and the feeling that this race sets up well for him. Al Muqdad is the each-way alternative at a backable price, especially with three places on offer. The obvious dangers are Ashen, who arrives off a win, and The Gay Blade, who is thriving but may now be paying for that sequence in the weights.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Storm | 5/1 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 4/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Glorious Kitty | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 (Betfair) |
| Catalyse | 18/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Al Muqdad | 8/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Ashen | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Dorney Lake | 14/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 9/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| The Gay Blade | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 (Betfair) |
| Novak | 13/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 5/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Imperial Guard | 22/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Defence Missile | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 33/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
19:17 – Tennent’s Lager Handicap (GBBPlus Race)
Race Details: 1m 2f | Class 4 | Going: 8.1) (Good (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a solid enough Class 4 for Ayr rather than a weak summer handicap, with several arriving in form and a few lurking on dangerous marks. Star Cast is the obvious one after a very productive spell and the market has cottoned on, while Sanafi Zabeel comes here thriving and still looks nicely treated despite another rise. Obito and Pol Roger are reliable yardsticks in this grade and should make their presence felt again, but both have become a little expensive to follow. The pace angle is interesting with a couple who like to get on with it, and around this trip on good ground I suspect tactical position will matter plenty. It is not impossible by any means, but you do need to be fairly decisive because there are only a handful with convincing recent profiles.
Top Selections
1. Star Cast – 15/8 with Bet365
Jockey: Jake Dickson | Trainer: Gemma Tutty | Form: 311321 | Rating: 96 | Topspeed: 81
He is the one they all have to beat. That form string tells its own story and he arrives here after another win, still looking like a 4yo who has improved into a proper handicapper. An opening mark in the mid-90s is no gift, but he has been backing it up on the track and his Topspeed figure of 81 is among the best recent numbers in the field. Gemma Tutty has him in rude health and Jake Dickson knows exactly how to ride these prominently. At 15/8 he is no giveaway, but this is a race where the percentage call is to side with the progressive horse rather than get cute. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Sanafi Zabeel – 4/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Lauren Young | Trainer: Jim Goldie | Form: 21-531 | Rating: 91 | Topspeed: 75
Of the others, he makes most each-way appeal because he is thriving and still carries just 121. Jim Goldie runs three here, but this one looks the pick on current momentum after returning to winning ways last time, and that sequence suggests he has been holding his form for a while. He is up in grade, yes, but not thrown into the deep end, and a mark of 91 still gives him room if that latest success has sharpened his confidence. Lauren Young keeps the partnership and from stall 3 he should get a handy run through. At 4/1, he is short enough for each-way purposes, but in a 10-runner race with three places he still makes plenty of sense as the solid alternative. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Keep it straightforward: Star Cast is the win play because he is the progressive one with the strongest recent profile. Sanafi Zabeel is the each-way punt, largely because he is fit, in form and nicely weighted. Pol Roger and Obito are the main dangers if reproducing their latest efforts, but neither appeals more than the two against them at the prices.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obito | 5/1 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Cisco Disco | 18/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Betfair) |
| Livonian | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Star Cast | 15/8 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 15/8 (Bet365) |
| Mr Lincoln | 14/1 | 14/1 | 11/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Dwindling Funds | 15/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| Spanish Hustle | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Pol Roger | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Molinari | 12/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Sanafi Zabeel | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
19:52 – Outcider Handicap
Race Details: 1m | Class 6 | Going: 8.1) (Good (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a fairly ordinary Class 6 mile, but not an impossible one to unpick. The market is likely to revolve around the 3yo pair Hunterian and Approaching Dawn, and with good reason: one arrives on a string of solid efforts, the other comes here off a win and still looks well treated despite a small rise. Mayor Of Maghera also has a case after a respectable comeback third, while Braes Of Doune is interesting returning from an absence if retaining anything like his old consistency. The rest need to find more, with Golden Valour and Walk On Walk On looking particularly vulnerable on recent evidence. In a race lacking depth, recent sharpness and a workable mark should count for plenty.
Top Selections
1. Hunterian – 2/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Andrew Mullen | Trainer: Charlie Johnston | Form: -23632 | Rating: 68 | Topspeed: 43
Hunterian is the obvious starting point and, to be fair, he has fewer questions to answer than most of these. He has been knocking on the door in better order than this bare Class 6, and that latest second suggests his turn is near. As a 3yo on a mark of 68, he gets in here with just 9st 5lb and that age allowance could be decisive against exposed older handicappers. Charlie Johnston’s runners are usually straightforward types at this level and Andrew Mullen is a solid booking for Ayr. Available at 2/1, he is short enough but still hard to oppose. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Mayor Of Maghera – 11/2 with Bet365
Jockey: David Nolan | Trainer: R Mike Smith | Form: 5664-3 | Rating: 64 | Topspeed: 58
Mayor Of Maghera makes more each-way appeal than plenty in here. His reappearance third was a definite step back in the right direction, and it came off this same mark of 64, so there is no handicap sting in the tail. The topspeed figure of 58 is one of the more persuasive numbers in this field and the low draw in stall 2 should allow David Nolan to get handy without wasting ground. R Mike Smith’s horses often improve for a recent run, and at 11/2 he looks a sensible each-way punt in a race where several rivals are either regressive or returning from time off. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Hunterian is the win play because his recent form is the most reliable on offer and this is a weaker race than he has been contesting. Mayor Of Maghera is the each-way alternative at 11/2, with his comeback run and handy draw making him look solid for the frame. Approaching Dawn is the main danger after that latest win, while Braes Of Doune is the possible spoiler if ready first time back.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayor Of Maghera | 11/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Braes Of Doune | 13/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Carmel Valley | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Sky Bet) |
| Hunterian | 2/1 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 15/8 | 2/1 (Bet365) |
| Golden Valour | 20/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Approaching Dawn | 5/2 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 (Bet365) |
| Walk On Walk On | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Flying Moonlight | 22/1 | 20/1 | 16/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
20:25 – Mills Milk Scotland Handicap
Race Details: 1m 7f | Class 6 | Going: 8.1) (Good (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a perfectly ordinary staying handicap for the grade, but there are a few solid angles rather than pure guesswork. Laravie has been thriving for James Owen and arrives on the back of a very consistent spell, so it is no surprise he heads the market. The slight concern is that he now has to concede plenty of weight in a race where several rivals are knocking on the door. La Tosca is the interesting one getting in at the foot of the weights, while Gallus Norman and Ned Broy both bring recent placed form that gives them each a say. Fleur De Mer is another who keeps running her race. Not the deepest Class 6 you’ll ever see, but it is competitive enough and the weight structure could be decisive late on.
Top Selections
1. La Tosca – 11/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Andrew Mullen | Trainer: Charlie Johnston | Form: 4342 | Rating: 68 | Topspeed: 37
La Tosca gets the vote because she is the one runner who may still have a bit more to offer, and in a race like this that matters. Her recent form figures of 4342 suggest she’s learning her job and the runner-up effort last time was another step in the right direction. Off a mark of 68 she is not obviously thrown in, but carrying just 121 makes her very appealing against older stayers lugging much bigger weights. Charlie Johnston’s runners are usually straightforward, and Andrew Mullen should be able to keep her handy. At 11/2, she looks a fair win play rather than a speculative one.
Bet: WIN
2. Fleur De Mer – 9/1 with Bet365
Jockey: David Nolan | Trainer: Martin Todhunter | Form: 93-323 | Rating: 69 | Topspeed: 63
Fleur De Mer makes plenty of each-way appeal because she keeps turning up and running to a solid level in this sort of company. Her figures this year are admirably reliable, and that Topspeed mark of 63 stacks up well in a race where not many have much in hand of their marks. She is not especially well treated off 69, but she travels like a mare who should remain effective at this trip and David Nolan is a good booking for a race that may become a test of positioning before the straight. At 9/1, she looks overpriced for one with such dependable place claims.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
La Tosca is the win bet on the basis of low weight and the possibility that she is still progressing, which is more than can be said for most of these exposed rivals. Fleur De Mer is the each-way punt at 9/1 because her recent profile is rock-solid for a place. Laravie is the obvious danger despite top weight, while Gallus Norman also deserves respect in a race lacking much depth.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laravie | 13/8 | 7/4 | 9/5 | 7/4 | 8/5 | 9/5 (Paddy Power) |
| Gallus Norman | 4/1 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Ned Broy | 6/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Fleur De Mer | 9/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Billy No Mates | 16/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Betfair) |
| Aighear | 10/1 | 10/1 | 17/2 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Ebony Maw | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Angelardo | 14/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| La Tosca | 11/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
21:00 – Good Luck Scotland Classified Stakes
Race Details: 1m 5f | Class 6 | Going: 8.1) (Good (goingstick) | | flat
This is hardly a deep Class 6, but it is a mildly tricky little staying handicap in all but name because several arrive with bits and pieces of form that make them competitive. Nala The Lioness comes here on the back of a win and is the obvious one to beat despite a penalty in the weights, while Desert Quest has been knocking on the door without quite getting his head in front. Tracker Issue has the best topspeed figure in the line-up and shaped better than the bare result last time, while Falaise Blanc also has a recent second to recommend him. Star Of Emerald is the interesting one getting plenty of weight as the sole 3yo, but this trip asks a different question. It is not a strong race, yet it does not look a gimme for the favourite either.
Top Selections
1. Desert Quest – 5/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Aiden Brookes | Trainer: Ewan Whillans | Form: 3/9544 | Rating: 57 | Topspeed: 44
Desert Quest makes plenty of appeal in a race where solidity counts for a lot. He has run to a similar level on his last two starts, finishing fourth on each occasion, and this 8yo is at least proving he still retains the appetite for it. From stall 2 he should get a sensible position, and in a race lacking guaranteed pace that could matter. He is not especially well treated on raw ratings, but he does tend to hold his form better than some of these and this level is within range. At 5/1 with Bet365, he looks the percentage call against a favourite who may be a touch short enough. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Tracker Issue – 7/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Andrew Mullen | Trainer: Adam Nicol | Form: 20-004 | Rating: 58 | Topspeed: 55
Tracker Issue is the each-way angle in a race where a repeat of his better efforts would put him right in the mix. His recent form figures do not scream reliability, but that latest fourth was a small step back in the right direction and his topspeed mark of 55 is the best on offer here. As a 4yo, there is also a fair chance he has a bit more upside than some of these exposed older stayers. Andrew Mullen is the right man for this sort of contest and if Tracker Issue settles into a rhythm over this 1m5f, he could easily outrun 7/1 with Bet365. He looks the value each-way punt.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Desert Quest is the win play because he brings the most dependable recent profile and should get the run of things from a handy draw. Tracker Issue is the each-way option at 7/1, with his topspeed figure making him very interesting in this company. Nala The Lioness is the obvious danger after that last-time-out success, while Falaise Blanc is another to keep onside for place purposes.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nala The Lioness | 15/8 | 9/5 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 2/1 | 2/1 (William Hill) |
| Another Beautiful | 20/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 (Betfair) |
| Desert Quest | 5/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Falaise Blanc | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 (William Hill) |
| Freak Encounter | 28/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Is She Now | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 9/1 | 16/1 (Sky Bet) |
| Late Claim | 9/1 | 12/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 | 9/1 | 12/1 (Betfair) |
| Tracker Issue | 7/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Star Of Emerald | 5/1 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 4/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| The North | Desert Quest |
Ayr Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shifter | 4 | 2 | 50% | 50% |
| Dwindling Funds | 11 | 5 | 45.45% | 63.64% |
| Al Muqdad | 5 | 2 | 40% | 100% |
| Aighear | 11 | 3 | 27.27% | 27.27% |
| Ebony Maw | 12 | 3 | 25% | 41.67% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis Chalkley | 4 | 2 | 50% | 75% |
| Oisin McSweeney | 45 | 9 | 20% | 37.78% |
| Sean Kirrane | 56 | 10 | 17.86% | 32.14% |
| Aiden Brookes | 23 | 4 | 17.39% | 47.83% |
| Lauren Young | 49 | 8 | 16.33% | 36.73% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Ayr:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Killahena & Graeme McPherson | 10 | 2 | 20% | 50% |
| Donald Whillans | 105 | 20 | 19.05% | 46.67% |
| John Mackie | 13 | 2 | 15.38% | 38.46% |
| David O’Meara | 606 | 90 | 14.85% | 38.94% |
| Charlie Johnston | 101 | 15 | 14.85% | 32.67% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Ayr racing tips for Friday 19th June 2026. We’ve covered all 7 races with our top selections highlighted above. Use the betting strategies as a starting point, always shop around for the best odds, and never bet more than you can afford to lose.
FAQ
What time does racing start at Ayr today?
The first race at Ayr on Friday 19th June 2026 goes off at 17:30, with 7 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Ayr today?
The going at Ayr is reported as 8.1) (Good (goingstick).
How many races are at Ayr today?
There are 7 races on the card at Ayr today, running from 17:30 through to 21:00.
Gamble Responsibly ⚠️
Bet only what you can afford to lose. Set deposit limits, never chase losses, and take regular breaks. Gambling should be entertainment, not income.
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