Our Bath racing tips cover all 6 races on the card today, Tuesday 12th May 2026. The action gets underway at 14:20 and runs through to 17:00, with going reported as 7.7) (selective light bowsering) (rail movements (Good to firm, firm in places (goingstick).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Thapa Vc boasts a 50% strike rate from 4 runs at the track, Myla Coppins has been in fine form here with 1 wins from 3 rides, Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole’s yard sends out runners with a 25% 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 Bath
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Bath over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday Express | Sunday Express | 10 | 3 | 30% | 100% |
| insidetraxs.co.uk | insidetraxs.co.uk | 12 | 3 | 25% | 75% |
| Tipman Tips | tipmantips.com | 11 | 2 | 18.18% | 63.64% |
| West Country | Racing Post | 18 | 2 | 11.11% | 38.89% |
| Moorestyle | Daily Star Sunday | 10 | 1 | 10% | 40% |
14:20 – RJ King & Sons EBF Restricted Novice Stakes (B/C/D) (EBF Restricted Qualifier) (GBB)
Race Details: 5f | Class 5 | Going: 7.7) (selective light bowsering) (rail movements (Good to firm, firm in places (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a pretty useful restricted novice for Bath standards, with the market understandably revolving around the two previous winners Seed Ya Later and Jolly Good Fellows. The former arrives with the highest rating in the field, while Jolly Good Fellows already has a bit more experience on his side and sets the bar on Topspeed figures. Sovereign Glory also commands respect after shaping well to finish third on debut for Charles Hills, and it would be no surprise if he took a fair step forward second time out. Below that, Passerine has shown enough ability to think he can be competitive for minor honours, but the rest need a sizeable leap. In truth, this looks more about who improves most than any hidden handicap angle.
Top Selections
1. Seed Ya Later – 2/1 with William Hill
Jockey: Edward Greatrex | Trainer: Jack Channon | Form: 21 | Rating: 84 | Topspeed: 48
Seed Ya Later is the obvious starting point. He improved from his debut second to get off the mark next time and that form, allied to an official rating of 84, gives him the edge on what we know so far. This sharp 5f around Bath should suit a colt who already looks fairly streetwise, and Jack Channon’s juveniles are typically well drilled for these early-season contests. He is not thrown in at around 2/1, but he does look the most solid option in a race where several rivals are still more about promise than substance. Hard to oppose if reproducing his latest effort. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Sovereign Glory – 11/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Jason Watson | Trainer: Charles Hills | Form: 3 | Rating: 74 | Topspeed: 46
Sovereign Glory makes plenty of each-way appeal in a seven-runner race because his debut third suggested there is more to come. Charles Hills knows the time of day with speedy juveniles, and Jason Watson is a positive booking for a track where you want a rider willing to be sharp from the gates. He has a bit to find on bare figures with the two proven winners, but that is reflected in the price and this is exactly the sort who can take a significant step forward second time out. At 11/4 he is no wild outsider, yet he still looks the value alternative to the principals. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Seed Ya Later is the win play because he brings the best blend of proven form and rating to the table. Sovereign Glory is the each-way option in a race lacking much depth beyond the front end of the market, and he looks the one most likely to improve into the frame. Jolly Good Fellows is the obvious danger after his recent win and strong Topspeed figure.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sovereign Glory | 11/4 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 9/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Super Tuscan | 8/1 | 6/1 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Jolly Good Fellows | 5/2 | 5/2 | 85/40 | 2/1 | 9/4 | 5/2 (Bet365) |
| Seed Ya Later | 15/8 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 2/1 | 2/1 (William Hill) |
| Our Fella | 40/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Passerine | 8/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Devon Angel | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Rob Wright | Sovereign Glory |
14:50 – Bath Mind Charity “Confined” Handicap (No Win Since The 2025 Flat Turf Season)
Race Details: 5f | Class 5 | Going: 7.7) (selective light bowsering) (rail movements (Good to firm, firm in places (goingstick) | | flat
This is the sort of confined sprint that looks ordinary on paper but is still awkward to solve, with several arriving out of form and none exactly hiding from the handicapper. Thurso heads the market from stall 1 and is easy enough to see making a bold bid if rediscovering his better 2025 level, while The Feminine Urge has the profile of one who should be competitive in a race lacking depth. Candy Warhol is hard to dismiss given his recent consistency, and Under Curfew is the old rogue capable of outrunning his odds if things drop right. The pace should be sharp enough over Bath’s sharp 5f, and in a race like this tactical position and a clean break may count for as much as raw ability. Tricky, but not impossible.
Top Selections
1. The Feminine Urge – 3/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Rossa Ryan | Trainer: Grace Harris | Form: 548-35 | Rating: 79 | Topspeed: 54
She looks the percentage call in a race full of unreliable sprinters. An official mark of 79 makes her the highest-rated runner in the field, and while her form figures do not scream certainty, they do suggest she is holding it together better than most of these. The recent 3 and 5 hint that she is knocking on the door without quite getting her head in front, and this modest confined handicap may be the opening she needs. Rossa Ryan is a notable booking around a track where getting organised early matters, and 3/1 is fair rather than generous in a race where solid claims count for plenty. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Candy Warhol – 13/2 with Betfair
Jockey: Kieran O’Neill | Trainer: Scott Dixon | Form: -54223 | Rating: 78 | Topspeed: 56
There is no great mystery to him: he keeps running his race, and in this grade that makes him interesting at the prices. Those last three runs reading 2, 2, 3 tell their own story, and he is clearly operating near his mark even if winning is proving difficult. In a race restricted to horses without a win since the 2025 turf season, that lack of killer instinct is less of a negative than usual. Scott Dixon knows the time of day with these exposed sprinters, and Kieran O’Neill should have him handy from stall 3. At 13/2, he looks the sensible each-way punt if the favourite-types fluff their lines again. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
The win angle is The Feminine Urge, who brings the classiest profile and looks the one most likely to cope if this turns tactical. For an each-way play, Candy Warhol makes plenty of appeal given his run of placed efforts and solid draw. Thurso is the obvious danger from the inside berth, while Under Curfew could nick a place if the race falls apart late.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thurso | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 9/4 | 5/2 (Bet365) |
| Danger Alert | 15/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 (William Hill) |
| The Feminine Urge | 3/1 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 5/2 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| Hidden Verse | 5/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Candy Warhol | 4/1 | 13/2 | 18/5 | 13/2 | 4/1 | 13/2 (Betfair) |
| Dapperling | 22/1 | 22/1 | 28/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Some Nightmare | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Under Curfew | 17/2 | 17/2 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 (Paddy Power) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Sunday Express | Candy Warhol |
| Ian Gaughran | Hidden Verse |
| West Country | The Feminine Urge |
| Rory Delargy | Thurso |
15:20 – Best Cleaning Group Maiden Stakes (GBB Race)
Race Details: 5f | Class 4 | Going: 7.7) (selective light bowsering) (rail movements (Good to firm, firm in places (goingstick) | | flat
This small-field maiden revolves around the two obvious 3yos, with Queen Sana and Noble Vow bringing the strongest recent form and looking comfortably clear of the rest on the figures. In The City has been knocking on the door, but that form came last year and he now has to concede weight all round as a 4yo in a race that may not take much winning. Queen Sana arrives off a solid second and has the best official mark in the field, while Noble Vow has been running respectably without quite getting the job done. Far From Fern and Princess Of Limnos have plenty to find on what little they’ve shown. It is not a deep maiden, but tactically it could get interesting over Bath’s sharp 5f if they go hard early.
Top Selections
1. Queen Sana – 5/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Rossa Ryan | Trainer: Ollie Sangster | Form: 25-302 | Rating: 76 | Topspeed: 52
Queen Sana sets the standard and, in a race lacking depth, she looks the one they all have to beat. Her recent form reads well enough for this level, especially that latest second, and an official mark of 76 gives her a narrow edge over Noble Vow on the numbers. Rossa Ryan is a notable booking around a track where positive, decisive riding matters, and this sharp 5f on quick ground should suit a filly with enough pace to hold a position. At 5/4 with Bet365, she is no giveaway, but she is the solid option in a race where the others all come with more caveats. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
With only five runners, this is a straight win-bet race and Queen Sana is the percentage call. She has the best recent profile and sets the standard on official ratings. Noble Vow is the obvious danger and In The City is the one who could nick a place if the principals underperform, but neither makes more appeal than the likely favourite.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| In The City | 4/1 | 9/4 | 11/4 | 5/2 | 10/3 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Far From Fern | 28/1 | 20/1 | 25/1 | 20/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Noble Vow | 6/4 | 6/4 | 7/5 | 11/8 | 11/8 | 6/4 (Bet365) |
| Princess Of Limnos | 22/1 | 30/1 | 30/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 30/1 (Betfair) |
| Queen Sana | 5/4 | 1/1 | 1/1 | 1/1 | 6/5 | 5/4 (Bet365) |
15:50 – Pockets At Bath Handicap
Race Details: 1m 3f | Class 6 | Going: 7.7) (selective light bowsering) (rail movements (Good to firm, firm in places (goingstick) | | flat
This is only a four-runner handicap, but it is not entirely straightforward because all four arrive with at least some sort of case. Hibernate is the obvious one after getting off the mark last time and he has the assistance of Rossa Ryan again, so it is easy to see why the market has latched on. Electric Bass looks the chief threat on figures, especially with that Topspeed mark of 69 standing out in this line-up, while Bobby Dassler is dangerously well treated on the weights despite being the oldest runner in the field. Raintown has the highest rating but has not been especially convincing of late. In truth, this is not a deep race, yet the small field could make tactics crucial around Bath’s idiosyncratic circuit.
Top Selections
1. Hibernate – 5/4 with William Hill
Jockey: Rossa Ryan | Trainer: Ed Dunlop | Form: 48-721 | Rating: 73 | Topspeed: 55
Hibernate looks the percentage call after doing what he had threatened to do when winning last time. That 48-721 progression suggests a 4yo going the right way, and in a race lacking depth I would much rather side with the runner who may still have a bit more to offer than with older exposed handicappers. Rossa Ryan is a notable booking for this sort of event and Dunlop’s runner should be suited by this test if allowed to settle and use his stamina. At 5/4 he is not exactly hiding from anyone, but he is still the one with the most persuasive profile and the one most likely to improve past these. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
With only four runners, this is a straight win-bet race and Hibernate is the one to side with. He arrives in winning form and still has the look of a progressive sort in a modest Class 6. Electric Bass is the obvious danger if building on his latest second, while Bobby Dassler is not dismissed lightly from a low weight, but the main play is simple: back Hibernate to win.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hibernate | 11/10 | 11/10 | 11/10 | 11/10 | 5/4 | 5/4 (William Hill) |
| Raintown | 9/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Electric Bass | 11/4 | 11/4 | 5/2 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Bobby Dassler | 9/2 | 18/5 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Melissa Jones | Hibernate |
| Postdata | Hibernate |
16:23 – Clyde And Co Handicap
Race Details: 1m 2f | Class 5 | Going: 7.7) (selective light bowsering) (rail movements (Good to firm, firm in places (goingstick) | | flat
This is only a five-runner affair, but it is not lacking in intrigue. Galaxy Wonder arrives on a hat-trick after back-to-back wins and is the obvious solid option, while Prodigal Son also comes here on the back of a confidence-boosting success and remains lightly raced enough to think there may be more to come. Criminal is the classiest horse on official figures off 89, though he is also the one with a bit more to prove after a patchy spell, even if his latest second hinted at a revival. Party Island is admirable and comes here in form, but this looks a tighter race than the one he won last time, while Premier has bits and pieces of placed form without looking especially well treated. Small field, tactical pace, and whoever settles best around Bath’s undulations will probably decide it.
Top Selections
1. Galaxy Wonder – 2/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Jack Doughty | Trainer: Tony Carroll | Form: 432311 | Rating: 85 | Topspeed: 63
He is hard to oppose in a race of this depth. Tony Carroll’s 4yo has done little wrong in recent starts, progressing from consistent placed efforts into a pair of wins, and that upward profile counts for plenty in a small-field handicap where confidence and sharpness matter. He is only 3lb lower than Criminal despite looking the more straightforward proposition right now, and the draw in stall 3 should give Jack Doughty options rather than forcing his hand. At 2/1 he is no giveaway, but he is the runner bringing the clearest momentum into the race and still looks the one they all have to beat. Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple in a five-runner race: Galaxy Wonder is the win bet and the only betting recommendation. Each-way play makes little appeal with just two places on offer. The obvious dangers are Criminal, who has the best official mark in the line-up, and Prodigal Son, whose recent win gives him a live chance if building on it.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 11/4 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Premier | 17/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Galaxy Wonder | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 (Bet365) |
| Prodigal Son | 7/2 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Party Island | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Paddy Power) |
17:00 – Download The Fairplay App Now Handicap
Race Details: 1m | Class 6 | Going: 7.7) (selective light bowsering) (rail movements (Good to firm, firm in places (goingstick) | | flat
This is a fairly typical Bath mile handicap: exposed types, a few in form, and not much room for error around this turning track. Thapa Vc heads the market on figures and has the best official mark in the field, but he does come here off a couple of lesser efforts and is no bargain in a race with several viable alternatives. Kondratiev Wave arrives in much better recent nick and looks sure to be involved again, while My Ambition has been knocking on the door and could easily go one better if coping with stall 10. Nammos is interesting from a low draw with the standout Topspeed figure, and Havana Club is another with recent form that gives him a squeak. It is competitive for the grade, but not an impossible puzzle.
Top Selections
1. Kondratiev Wave – 3/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Rossa Ryan | Trainer: Tony Carroll | Form: 623142 | Rating: 72 | Topspeed: 47
He is hard to oppose in this company because, unlike plenty of these, he is actually arriving here in form. That recent sequence of 623142 tells its own story: he keeps turning up and running his race, and in a Bath Class 6 that counts for plenty. Tony Carroll does well with these tough, busy handicappers and Rossa Ryan is an eye-catching booking for a horse who should get a handy position from stall 7. He is only 5lb below Thapa Vc on the ratings but comes here with much stronger current momentum, and 3/1 looks perfectly fair rather than cramped. He is the solid one in a race full of questions. Bet type: win.
Bet: WIN
2. Nammos – 15/2 with Bet365
Jockey: William Carson | Trainer: John & Rhys Flint | Form: 85-726 | Rating: 69 | Topspeed: 70
Nammos is the each-way angle because there is enough in his profile to think he can outrun that price, especially from stall 2 around here. He ran well when second two starts back and his latest sixth is not the sort of run I would be tearing up tickets over in a race of this modest nature. More interesting is that Topspeed mark of 70, which is the best in the field and suggests he has the raw pace to be very competitive if things fall right. William Carson knows this track inside out, and at 15/2 he makes more appeal as a value play than some of the shorter ones. Bet type: each-way.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Kondratiev Wave is the straightforward win play given his consistency and solid recent profile. For an each-way punt, Nammos looks the value from a good low draw and has the speed figure to get involved at the business end. The obvious dangers are Thapa Vc, if bouncing back, and My Ambition, who is knocking on the door despite a wide stall.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thapa Vc | 11/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 2/1 | 5/2 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Racing Demon | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| My Ambition | 7/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Betfair) |
| Lady Of The Isles | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Kondratiev Wave | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 11/4 | 3/1 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| Rovinia | 18/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Nammos | 15/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| Havana Club | 5/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Purple Sky | 25/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Vecchio | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 33/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Lambourn | My Ambition |
| Farringdon | Thapa Vc |
| Stephen Darbyshire | Thapa Vc |
| RP Ratings | Thapa Vc |
Bath Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thapa Vc | 4 | 2 | 50% | 50% |
| Hidden Verse | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 33.33% |
| Racing Demon | 7 | 2 | 28.57% | 85.71% |
| Under Curfew | 12 | 3 | 25% | 58.33% |
| My Ambition | 12 | 3 | 25% | 33.33% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Myla Coppins | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 33.33% |
| Pat Dobbs | 47 | 9 | 19.15% | 36.17% |
| Jack Doughty | 70 | 13 | 18.57% | 35.71% |
| Jack Mitchell | 111 | 17 | 15.32% | 45.95% |
| Jason Watson | 119 | 17 | 14.29% | 43.7% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Bath:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole | 16 | 4 | 25% | 43.75% |
| Mark Rimell | 12 | 3 | 25% | 41.67% |
| Ed Dunlop | 22 | 5 | 22.73% | 40.91% |
| Warren Greatrex | 17 | 3 | 17.65% | 47.06% |
| Charles Hills | 176 | 31 | 17.61% | 40.91% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Bath racing tips for Tuesday 12th May 2026. We’ve covered all 6 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 Bath today?
The first race at Bath on Tuesday 12th May 2026 goes off at 14:20, with 6 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Bath today?
The going at Bath is reported as 7.7) (selective light bowsering) (rail movements (Good to firm, firm in places (goingstick).
How many races are at Bath today?
There are 6 races on the card at Bath today, running from 14:20 through to 17:00.
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