Our Ayr racing tips cover all 7 races on the card today, Monday 20th July 2026. The action gets underway at 14:00 and runs through to 17:00, with going reported as 8.7) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm (goingstick).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Dandy Magic boasts a 25% strike rate from 4 runs at the track, Alex Jary has been in fine form here with 3 wins from 15 rides, K R Burke’s yard sends out runners with a 16.47% 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 % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Jones | D Express | 22 | 9 | 40.91% | 68.18% |
| Lee Sobot | Yorkshire Evening Post | 16 | 6 | 37.5% | 68.75% |
| The Duke | Yorkshire Post | 16 | 6 | 37.5% | 50% |
| Glendale | The Scotsman | 45 | 16 | 35.56% | 64.44% |
| Tipman Tips | tipmantips.com | 24 | 8 | 33.33% | 70.83% |
14:00 – racingtv.com/freetrial EBF Novice Stakes (GBB Race)
Race Details: 6f | Class 4 | Going: 8.7) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm (goingstick) | | flat
This has been reduced to a match after Mollisha came out, and that strips most of the intrigue from the opener. Great Oak makes his debut for Karl Burke with Clifford Lee booked and the market has been quite clear about him from the outset, which is always worth noting with this yard in juvenile novices. Star People at least brings racecourse experience to the table and a rating of 73, but his two runs so far have not suggested he has bumped into anything out of the ordinary. In a two-runner novice over 6f on quick ground, professionalism and raw ability are likely to decide it, and the betting strongly hints that Great Oak may simply be the better colt.
Top Selections
1. Great Oak – 1/3 with Bet365
Jockey: Clifford Lee | Trainer: K R Burke | Form: | Rating: | Topspeed:
You are taking plenty on trust with Great Oak, but this is the sort of setup where Burke’s juveniles demand maximum respect. He is unraced, yet the market has him at a prohibitive 1/3 and that usually tells its own story in these small-field northern novice events. Clifford Lee is an eye-catching booking and, against just one rival who has already shown his hand, that lack of experience may not be the inconvenience it would be in a deeper contest. Star People’s mark of 73 sets a fair standard rather than a daunting one, so if Great Oak is any way above average he should be taking this. Hard to oppose despite the cramped price.
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
With only two runners, this is a straight win play and nothing else. Great Oak is the obvious bet, though the price is short enough that some will simply watch and move on. Star People is the only danger by default, but on what we have seen so far he looks more a place-setter than a serious threat.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Oak | 1/3 | 2/7 | 3/10 | 2/7 | 1/3 (Bet365) |
| Star People | 9/4 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 9/4 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| bettinggods.com | Great Oak |
| racing-daily.com | Great Oak |
14:30 – Dream Weddings At Western House Hotel Handicap
Race Details: 6f | Class 6 | Going: 8.7) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm (goingstick) | | flat
This is a modest little 7-runner sprint rather than a deep handicap, and it may not take much winning. Water Of Leith heads the market on the back of solid enough recent efforts without quite getting his head in front, while Whiskey Kisses looks the most interesting of the 3yos now back in this grade after a better run last time. Royal Duke is another with handicapping scope if things fall right from stall 1, and Harlequin Bay is not entirely written off despite some uninspiring recent figures. The older exposed sprinters have set the standard, but this could just be the sort of race where a lightly-raced younger rival makes the difference. Tricky enough, but not impossible to solve.
Top Selections
1. Whiskey Kisses – 3/1 with Paddy Power
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope | Trainer: R Mike Smith | Form: -46093 | Rating: 70 | Topspeed: 64
Whiskey Kisses gets the nod because that latest third suggested she is coming to the boil at the right time, and her figures stack up well in this company. A mark of 70 asks a fair bit in a Class 6, but she receives weight as a 3yo and her Topspeed of 64 is the best in the field. Daniel Tudhope is an eye-catching booking in a race lacking depth, and she makes more appeal than some exposed older rivals who have had plenty of chances. At 3/1 she is hardly a giveaway, but in this line-up she still looks the one with the strongest winning profile. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Royal Duke – 13/2 with William Hill
Jockey: Rhys Elliott | Trainer: R Mike Smith | Form: 763775 | Rating: 68 | Topspeed: 62
Royal Duke is the each-way alternative because he is weighted to be competitive and does not have much to find on the numbers. His recent form does not leap off the page, but he has been running respectably enough in similar events and stall 1 could be handy if he breaks on terms and gets a clean run. The 5lb lower weight helps, his Topspeed figure of 62 keeps him firmly in the conversation, and this race does not contain many lurking improvers outside the obvious ones. At 13/2 he looks a sensible each-way punt in a small field where several rivals have become hard to trust.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Whiskey Kisses is the win play after shaping like a horse ready to strike and she has the best recent speed figure in the race. For an each-way option, Royal Duke makes more appeal than the shorter-priced exposed types and should give you a run for your money from a good draw. Water Of Leith is the obvious danger if reproducing his usual level.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Of Leith | 9/4 | 7/4 | 13/8 | 13/8 | 2/1 | 9/4 (Bet365) |
| Mount Ruapehu | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Harlequin Bay | 11/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Whiskey Kisses | 5/2 | 9/4 | 3/1 | 11/4 | 9/4 | 3/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Cotai Starlight | 18/1 | 16/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 18/1 | 22/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Royal Duke | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 (William Hill) |
| Summerstorms Dream | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Betfair) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Ross Shepherd | Water Of Leith |
| talkSPORT 2 | Water Of Leith |
| Dave Nevison | Whiskey Kisses |
| Tipman Tips | Whiskey Kisses |
15:00 – 25% Off Lunch At Western House Hotel Handicap
Race Details: 7f | Class 6 | Going: 8.7) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm (goingstick) | | flat
This is a small-field handicap but not quite the penalty kick the market suggests. Imperial Guard arrives on the back of a win and is the obvious one, especially with Daniel Tudhope booked, but he does have to concede weight all round and this is a sharper little contest than the bare class label implies. Ramon Di Loria has been knocking on the door without getting his head in front, while the 3yos Lanarra and Soul Warrior get handy weight-for-age help and could still have a bit more to offer than exposed older rivals like Yaaser. Supreme Dancer is less straightforward after a below-par latest run. It’s a race where tactical positioning over 7f may matter plenty, and while the favourite holds strong claims, it doesn’t look a total gimme.
Top Selections
1. Imperial Guard – 10/11 with Bet365
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope | Trainer: Michael Dods | Form: 6-8851 | Rating: 69 | Topspeed: 47
Imperial Guard is hard to oppose after finally getting the job done last time and doing so from a mark that still looks manageable in this grade. Michael Dods does well with these northern handicappers when they find a bit of momentum, and the Tudhope booking only adds confidence in a six-runner race where track position could be crucial. He’s highest rated in the field, drawn well enough in stall 3, and the recent win suggests he has rediscovered the thread after a few lesser efforts. At 10/11 he’s no giveaway, but he remains the most solid option on balance and looks the likeliest winner if reproducing that latest effort.
Bet: WIN
2. Lanarra – 7/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Sam James | Trainer: R Mike Smith | Form: 761-23 | Rating: 63 | Topspeed: 57
Lanarra makes more each-way appeal than most in here because her recent profile is that of a 3yo still moving the right way. She won before the turn of the year and has returned with a second and third, which reads better than the bare numbers because she’s been holding her form rather than going backwards. From stall 1, Sam James should be able to get a neat trip, and carrying just 122 gives her a definite chance of getting involved if the favourite is made to work. The Topspeed figure of 57 is perfectly respectable for this level, and 7/1 looks fair for a filly with fewer miles on the clock than most of these.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Imperial Guard is the win play and the one with the least guesswork attached after last time’s success. For an each-way punt in a six-runner race with two places on offer, Lanarra looks the value thanks to her low weight, solid recent form and scope as a 3yo. Ramon Di Loria is the obvious danger if he can finally convert a string of near-misses.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial Guard | 10/11 | 4/5 | 5/6 | 5/6 | 10/11 | 10/11 (Bet365) |
| Yaaser | 5/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Ramon Di Loria | 15/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| Soul Warrior | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Supreme Dancer | 10/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Lanarra | 7/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Whistler | Imperial Guard |
| Ben Morgan | Yaaser |
15:30 – Fergie & Myra Happel Ayr Gold Cup Trial Handicap
Race Details: 6f | Class 3 | Going: 8.7) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a proper little sprint handicap rather than a penalty kick, with several arriving on workable marks and a few old Ayr hands thrown into the mix. Jordan Electrics heads the market and his Topspeed figure of 92 says he still retains plenty of dash for a 10-year-old, while Veblen Good brings a touch of class and the sort of profile that suggests there may be another nice sprint in him. Dandy Magic is lurking on a tempting weight, Lord Roxby has bits of form that entitle him to respect, and Azure Zain is not dismissed lightly if bouncing back from a lesser run. In truth, this is competitive without being deep, and the draw, early pace and who gets the cleanest tow into it could easily decide matters.
Top Selections
1. Veblen Good – 10/3 with Bet365
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope | Trainer: David O’Meara | Form: 67-103 | Rating: 95 | Topspeed: 74
Veblen Good makes plenty of appeal in a race where there are reasons to crab most of the opposition. His form figures this season suggest he has come back in decent order, with that win sandwiched by respectable efforts, and a mark of 95 looks fair enough if he gets the race run to suit. O’Meara knows exactly how to place these Ayr sprinters and Tudhope is the sort you want onside in a tight six-furlong handicap here. At 10/3 he is no giveaway, but he still looks the one with the most solid all-round claims if breaking cleanly and travelling as he can. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Dandy Magic – 11/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Lauren Young | Trainer: Jim Goldie | Form: 230044 | Rating: 94 | Topspeed: 81
Dandy Magic is the each-way angle in a race where a low weight and consistency could count for plenty. He has been knocking on the door without quite getting his head in front, but those recent 0-0-4-4 figures are not as disappointing as they first appear, especially in this grade where small margins matter. Off just 121, he gets in very lightly for a horse rated 94, and Goldie’s runners are always worth a second look in these sharp Scottish sprints. The 11/2 is fair rather than flashy, but in a nine-runner field with three places on offer he looks a sensible each-way punt who should be in the firing line late. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Veblen Good is the win play because he looks the most reliable blend of class, current form and stable placement. Dandy Magic is the each-way option on his light weight and solid recent profile. Jordan Electrics is the obvious danger if reproducing his best Ayr sprint form, while Lord Roxby is another who would not be a surprise if bouncing back.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veblen Good | 10/3 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 3/1 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
| Lord Roxby | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Gentle George | 14/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Jordan Electrics | 5/2 | 5/2 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 (Paddy Power) |
| Azure Zain | 9/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Clonmacash | 10/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Oriental Prince | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Dandy Magic | 11/2 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| The Caltonian | 25/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Jim Delahunt | Gentle George |
| Rory Paddock | The Caltonian |
| Glendale | Veblen Good |
16:00 – John Hamilton Scotrail Celebration Handicap
Race Details: 1m | Class 5 | Going: 8.7) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a competitive little mile handicap rather than a deep one, with several arriving in decent heart but not many bombproof profiles. Hale End has the best recent topspeed figure and the inside draw, though his latest run was underwhelming. Runninsonofagun and Mayor Of Maghera both come here off wins and, crucially, they remain the pair open to a bit more progress in this grade. Donna Nook has been knocking on the door without quite forcing the issue, while Krissy is reliable enough but hasn’t been done many favours by stall 9. In a race where tactical position could matter plenty, the lower-drawn runners may have the edge, and that tilts things towards the in-form younger legs rather than the exposed older handicappers.
Top Selections
1. Mayor Of Maghera – 9/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Sam James | Trainer: R Mike Smith | Form: 64-341 | Rating: 88 | Topspeed: 77
He makes plenty of appeal. That latest win suggests he has properly found his feet this season, and although he is now rated 88, he still gets in here off just 123, which makes him very interesting in a Class 5. The profile is stronger than most of these: a 4yo, lightly raced compared to some of his rivals, and arriving off the back of a performance that hinted there could be another step forward. Stall 5 looks fine, Sam James is a positive booking, and 9/2 is fair in a race where a few of the market principals have more questions hanging over them. He’s the one I’d want on side.
Bet: WIN
2. Donna Nook – 9/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope | Trainer: David O’Meara | Form: 294144 | Rating: 87 | Topspeed: 80
She looks the each-way value. Donna Nook has been holding her form well, and while she hasn’t been getting her head in front, those recent efforts read perfectly respectably in the context of this race. Her topspeed of 80 is one of the better figures on offer, and a mark of 87 gives her every chance if things fall right. O’Meara’s runners in these northern handicaps always command respect, and Daniel Tudhope is exactly the sort you want in a race that could get a bit tactical. At 9/1, she makes plenty more appeal as an each-way punt than some shorter ones do as win-only bets.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Mayor Of Maghera is the win play, chiefly because he looks the most likely improver and still appears well treated on the weight he carries. Donna Nook is the each-way alternative at a more attractive price, with enough consistency to hit the frame. Hale End is the obvious danger from stall 1, while Runninsonofagun also commands respect after his latest success.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hale End | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 (Bet365) |
| Krissy | 7/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Cisco Disco | 28/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Donna Nook | 9/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Benacre | 6/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Runninsonofagun | 4/1 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Mayor Of Maghera | 9/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Starliner | 17/2 | 17/2 | 9/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Keep Me Stable | 33/1 | 28/1 | 30/1 | 25/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Rockavon | Mayor Of Maghera |
16:30 – Try Racing TV For Free Now Handicap
Race Details: 1m 2f | Class 6 | Going: 8.7) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm (goingstick) | | flat
This is the sort of low-grade 1m2f handicap where a lot of them can be given a squeak, but only a few arrive with really solid recent evidence. Glasses Up comes here off a win and still looks well enough treated despite his age, while Phantom Shadow has been knocking on the door and gets the attention in the market as an unexposed 3yo. On The Bubble has a good draw and arrives in decent nick, and Toy Soldier has run well enough lately to suggest another bold show. By contrast, a few of the older regulars such as Braes Of Doune and Golden Valour look more reliant on everything dropping right. Tricky rather than strong, and probably one where current momentum counts for plenty.
Top Selections
1. Phantom Shadow – 6/1 with Betfair
Jockey: Jason Hart | Trainer: Ewan Whillans | Form: -82352 | Rating: 68 | Topspeed: 57
Phantom Shadow makes plenty of appeal in a race lacking depth. His recent figures are rock-solid for the grade, with that sequence of placed efforts suggesting his turn is near, and he again shaped like a winner waiting to happen when second last time. As a 3yo taking on older handicappers, there is still a bit more upside to him than most of these exposed rivals, and Jason Hart is an eye-catching booking in this company. Off 68 he doesn’t look thrown in, but he does look reliable, progressive and likely to get a good tow into the race. At 6/1, he’s the one I’d want on side.
Bet: WIN
2. On The Bubble – 17/2 with Betfair
Jockey: Jared Huggan | Trainer: Gary Rutherford | Form: 239552 | Rating: 67 | Topspeed: 48
On The Bubble is not the most obvious winner in the field, but he makes a fair bit of each-way appeal from stall 1 with his current consistency. His latest second was another step in the right direction and he has been holding his form well enough in similar races without quite getting his head in front. This mark of 67 is workable judged on several of those efforts, and the inside draw could prove handy around Ayr if he can secure a decent early position. He doesn’t have the upside of the selection, but at 17/2 he looks the type to run his race again and go very close to making the frame.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Phantom Shadow is the win play here, simply because he brings the most persuasive recent form and still has scope as a 3yo. On The Bubble is the each-way punt at a fair price from a good draw in a race where several rivals look thoroughly exposed. Glasses Up is the obvious danger after that last-time-out win, while Toy Soldier also has claims if building on his recent placed efforts.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motawaared | 9/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 7/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Taylormade Lad | 13/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Falcon Nine | 8/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Braes Of Doune | 11/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Toy Soldier | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Glasses Up | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 (William Hill) |
| Sophiesticate | 8/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Phantom Shadow | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 (Betfair) |
| Golden Valour | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Wadacre Geisha | 17/2 | 17/2 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 (Paddy Power) |
| On The Bubble | NR | 17/2 | 17/2 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 17/2 (Betfair) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Garry Owen | Phantom Shadow |
| Karl Hedley | Phantom Shadow |
17:00 – Watch Racing TV Free For 31 Days Handicap
Race Details: 5f | Class 6 | Going: 8.7) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a tight little 3yo sprint rather than a deep race, and the market has it about right with several arriving through similar handicap lines. Brash has been knocking hard on the door and sets a fair standard after his recent second, while Golden Havana is another who keeps threatening to win one of these. Sea Her Excel brings the best Topspeed figure in the field and is interesting if forgiven a lesser run last time, while Under The Radar has bits of form that make him dangerous in a race lacking a standout. Sands Of Seve is lower in the weights and could get competitive from stall 1. It is not a race packed with quality, but it is a tricky enough puzzle because most of them have some sort of chance if things fall right over this sharp 5f.
Top Selections
1. Brash – 11/4 with Paddy Power
Jockey: William Pyle | Trainer: David & Nicola Barron | Form: 7732 | Rating: 71 | Topspeed: 45
Brash is the percentage call in a race where solid recent form counts for plenty. That latest second suggests his turn is near, and the Barron yard knows exactly how to place this type of sprinter in northern handicaps. He is not wildly ahead of the assessor off 71, but this does not look a stronger contest than the one he comes out of and he is at least arriving in form rather than trying to rebuild. William Pyle takes over and, from stall 6, he should be able to stay out of trouble and attack late. At 11/4 he is not a giveaway, but he is the most reliable option.
Bet: WIN
2. Sands Of Seve – 8/1 with Betfair
Jockey: Clifford Lee | Trainer: Gary Harrison | Form: 316492 | Rating: 73 | Topspeed: 66
Sands Of Seve makes more each-way appeal than his price might initially suggest. He ran well when second last time and that effort backed up the idea that he remains competitive despite an official mark of 73. The key angle here is the weight: just 124 on his back in a race where a few of the principals are lumping plenty more, and over 5f that can be a real leveller. His Topspeed figure is one of the better ones in the field, stall 1 could be handy if he breaks on terms, and Clifford Lee is a positive booking. At 8/1, he looks the value each-way punt against the obvious pair at the head of the market.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple here: Brash is the win play because he brings the clearest recent form and looks the likeliest to run his race. For an each-way alternative, Sands Of Seve appeals at the bigger price with his low weight and solid latest second. Golden Havana and Sea Her Excel are the obvious dangers if either gets the breaks in a race where early track position will matter.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brash | SP | 5/2 | 11/4 | 5/2 | 11/4 | 11/4 (Paddy Power) |
| Golden Havana | SP | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 (Betfair) |
| Sea Her Excel | SP | 3/1 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 (William Hill) |
| Under The Radar | SP | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 (William Hill) |
| Bella Delizia | NR | 17/2 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 15/2 | 9/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Sands Of Seve | SP | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 (Betfair) |
| Brain Freeze | SP | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Paddy Power) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Newsboy | Brash |
Ayr Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dandy Magic | 4 | 1 | 25% | 50% |
| Runninsonofagun | 4 | 1 | 25% | 75% |
| Glasses Up | 54 | 12 | 22.22% | 44.44% |
| Jordan Electrics | 19 | 4 | 21.05% | 36.84% |
| Keep Me Stable | 5 | 1 | 20% | 40% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Jary | 15 | 3 | 20% | 26.67% |
| Sean Kirrane | 66 | 11 | 16.67% | 31.82% |
| Shay Farmer | 18 | 3 | 16.67% | 16.67% |
| Daniel Tudhope | 640 | 103 | 16.09% | 40.16% |
| Paul Mulrennan | 934 | 143 | 15.31% | 38.65% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Ayr:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K R Burke | 340 | 56 | 16.47% | 34.71% |
| Charlie Johnston | 113 | 17 | 15.04% | 33.63% |
| David O’Meara | 617 | 90 | 14.59% | 38.41% |
| Jim Goldie | 868 | 113 | 13.02% | 32.14% |
| Brian Ellison | 259 | 33 | 12.74% | 41.7% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Ayr racing tips for Monday 20th July 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 Monday 20th July 2026 goes off at 14:00, with 7 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Ayr today?
The going at Ayr is reported as 8.7) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm (goingstick).
How many races are at Ayr today?
There are 7 races on the card at Ayr today, running from 14:00 through to 17:00.
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