Our Carlisle racing tips cover all 6 races on the card today, Thursday 9th July 2026. The action gets underway at 14:00 and runs through to 16:55, with going reported as 7.4) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places (goingstick).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Albeseeingyer boasts a 50% strike rate from 4 runs at the track, Thomas Greatrex has been in fine form here with 1 wins from 4 rides, Andrew Balding’s yard sends out runners with a 29.41% 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 Carlisle
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Carlisle over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury | Daily Post | 17 | 10 | 58.82% | 58.82% |
| Glendale | The Scotsman | 19 | 10 | 52.63% | 68.42% |
| The Judge | The Favourite | 14 | 7 | 50% | 57.14% |
| Lee Sobot | Yorkshire Evening Post | 12 | 6 | 50% | 75% |
| Templegate | The Sun | 15 | 7 | 46.67% | 66.67% |
14:00 – Racing TV Novice Stakes (GBB Race)
Race Details: 7f | Class 4 | Going: 7.4) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a fairly tight little novice on paper despite only six runners, with the market understandably centred on the three-year-old trio of Wid, Bella Angelina and Star Of The Desert. Wid sets the standard on ratings after finishing second last time and Ralph Beckett’s runners in these northern raids always command respect, but Bella Angelina shaped with plenty of promise on debut and could easily take a good step forward for Harry Charlton. Leopards Rock is another with a solid placed effort to his name and isn’t dismissed lightly, while the two older runners, Blairtum Night and Rake Lane, have a fair bit to find on what they’ve shown so far. In truth, it’s not a deep race, but it is a race where improvement rather than established form may prove decisive.
Top Selections
1. Bella Angelina – 7/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Lewis Edmunds | Trainer: Harry Charlton | Form: 3 | Rating: 83 | Topspeed: 43
There was enough to like about Bella Angelina’s debut third to think she can win a race of this nature, and the key point here is that she’s entitled to come on plenty for that first experience. An opening mark of 83 puts her right in the mix, and she receives weight from the older horses in a race lacking depth beyond the obvious principals. Harry Charlton’s three-year-olds usually know their job well enough second time out, and this 7f on quick ground looks a sensible spot. At 7/4 with Bet365, she is no giveaway, but she still makes plenty of appeal as the one most likely to improve past these. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Leopards Rock – 11/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Oisin Orr | Trainer: Edward Bethell | Form: 32 | Rating: 76 | Topspeed:
Leopards Rock doesn’t have the sexy profile of the two market leaders, but he has at least put together a pair of credible runs and that counts for plenty in a novice like this. His latest second shows he’s learning on the job, and Edward Bethell is more than capable of placing one to nick a race such as this. He’ll need another step forward off 76, but in a six-runner contest where two places are on offer, he looks the one at the prices who could easily outrun his odds. Available at 11/2 with Bet365, he makes more each-way sense than the shorter alternatives. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Bella Angelina is the win play, chiefly because she looks the runner with the most upside after a promising debut. For those wanting a bit of cover, Leopards Rock is the each-way option at a workable price given his solid placed form. Wid is the obvious danger on ratings, while Star Of The Desert also has the profile to take a hand if building on that debut second.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blairtum Night | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 (Bet365) |
| Rake Lane | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| Leopards Rock | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Star Of The Desert | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Bella Angelina | 7/4 | 6/4 | 13/8 | 6/4 | 7/4 | 7/4 (Bet365) |
| Wid | 11/8 | 6/5 | 6/5 | 6/5 | 11/8 | 11/8 (Bet365) |
14:35 – Molson Coors EBF Maiden Fillies’ Stakes (GBB Race)
Race Details: 6f | Class 3 | Going: 7.4) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a tight little five-runner maiden rather than a deep one, and the market has understandably centred on the fillies with useful debut form already in the book. Mohaymenah sets the standard on a simple reading after stepping forward from fourth to second, while Celestia also shaped with promise when third first time out and is open to plenty of improvement. Pequenita and Rogue Passion both showed enough in fourth to suggest they can get involved if taking the expected step forward, so this is not just a match. Harlequin Gift has more to prove after a modest first effort. In a race of lightly raced juveniles, natural progression will decide plenty, but the one with the strongest established form is hard to get away from.
Top Selections
1. Mohaymenah – 15/8 with Bet365
Jockey: Kaiya Fraser | Trainer: Harry Eustace | Form: 42 | Rating: 68 | Topspeed: 18
Mohaymenah is the obvious one, but not in a lazy, short-priced way. She has already shown the clearest progression in the field, improving from a perfectly fair debut fourth to finish runner-up on her second start, and that experience edge matters in a small juvenile maiden like this. Her mark of 68 puts her right in the mix and there is every chance she has a bit more to come now that she knows her job. Harry Eustace is very capable with this type, and if Kaiya Fraser can get her into a smooth rhythm, she should take plenty of beating. At 15/8, she is short enough, but still the most solid play.
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple in a five-runner race: Mohaymenah is the win bet. She brings the best piece of recent form and looks the most likely improver again. Celestia is the obvious danger after a promising debut, while Pequenita and Rogue Passion are not dismissed if finding the usual second-start progress, but there is no each-way angle in a field this small.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestia | 5/2 | 9/4 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 5/2 | 3/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Harlequin Gift | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Mohaymenah | 15/8 | 11/8 | 6/4 | 11/8 | 6/4 | 15/8 (Bet365) |
| Pequenita | 10/3 | 11/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 11/4 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
| Rogue Passion | 10/3 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Paddy Power) |
15:10 – Muckle Handicap
Race Details: 1m 3f | Class 6 | Going: 7.4) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places (goingstick) | | flat
This doesn’t look a deep Class 6 by any stretch, but it is a competitive little handicap with a few arriving in decent nick. Is She Now heads the market after back-to-back wins before a respectable fourth last time, and she’s the obvious one to beat despite being an 8yo with little room for manoeuvre from the handicapper. Ottoman is the unexposed angle in the field and his latest second suggested this trip is suiting him better now. Wolf Of Badenoch and Fleur De Mer are reliable enough at this level without being especially convincing finishers, while Hijo De La Luna needs to bounce back. In a seven-runner race, positioning and pace could be everything, and this looks more tactical than truly strong.
Top Selections
1. Ottoman – 10/3 with Bet365
Jockey: Thomas Greatrex | Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero | Form: 50-832 | Rating: 67 | Topspeed: 57
Ottoman makes plenty of appeal in a race where the favourite is solid rather than bombproof. He shaped well when runner-up last time, building on a previous third and suggesting this mark is workable now he’s finding his feet in handicaps. As a 4yo, he’s one of the few in here with some scope to do better, and the step up to 1m3f looks to be drawing improvement rather than exposing him. He does have to overcome the widest draw, but in a small field that shouldn’t be a deal-breaker if Thomas Greatrex gets him settled early. Available at 10/3, he looks the percentage call.
Bet: WIN
2. Fleur De Mer – 11/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan | Trainer: Martin Todhunter | Form: 3-3236 | Rating: 65 | Topspeed: 59
Fleur De Mer is the each-way alternative, especially with the inside draw a potential asset if this turns into a steadily run affair. She’s been knocking on the door more than once this year and her form figures tell you she usually runs her race in this grade. The latest sixth was a shade underwhelming, but it wasn’t a total blowout and she’s only 1lb below the joint top-rated pair on official figures. Paul Mulrennan is a positive booking around here and, at 11/2, she makes more appeal than some of the exposed mid-range types who need everything to drop right. She looks a sensible each-way punt for the places at the very least.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Ottoman is the win play, with his recent upward curve making him the most likely one to improve past this lot. Fleur De Mer is the each-way option in a seven-runner field, largely because she’s consistent enough to give you a run for your money. Is She Now is the danger and clearly hard to dismiss, while Wolf Of Badenoch is another who could get involved if the race is truly run.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolf Of Badenoch | 7/2 | 3/1 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Fleur De Mer | 11/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Is She Now | 6/4 | 6/5 | 5/4 | 5/4 | 6/4 | 6/4 (Bet365) |
| Ottoman | 10/3 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
| Hijo De La Luna | 9/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 17/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Broadstone | 28/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
15:45 – Rachael Bell Wealth Management Handicap
Race Details: 5f | Class 6 | Going: 7.4) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places (goingstick) | | flat
This is a fairly ordinary Class 6 sprint, but that does not make it straightforward. Instant Bond brings the standout recent profile after winning two of his last four and is the obvious one to beat despite a rise in the weights. Mr Cool has been knocking on the door in stronger company than this and looks a solid danger if getting the breaks, while Bay Breeze and Catalyse are the sort who can easily get involved in a race of this depth. Miss Rainbow has a recent win on the page too, though she was brought back to earth last time. In a sharp 5f around Carlisle, pace and position matter plenty, so this could get tactical as much as it gets frantic.
Top Selections
1. Instant Bond – 9/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan | Trainer: Michael Wigham | Form: 133101 | Rating: 70 | Topspeed: 61
He is hard to oppose in a race like this. The recent form figures tell a straightforward story: when things fall right, he wins, and he arrives here off another success after also scoring two starts back. That gives him the best current profile in the field, and unlike plenty of these exposed sprinters, he is actually running as though he’s in love with the game. An opening mark of 70 asks a question, but not an impossible one in this grade, and Paul Mulrennan is exactly the sort you want in a bare-knuckle northern sprint. At 9/4, he is short enough, but still the percentage call. Bet: WIN
2. Mr Cool – 9/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Jason Hart | Trainer: Charlie Johnston | Form: 256735 | Rating: 69 | Topspeed: 62
He looks the value alternative if you want something against the favourite. Mr Cool has not won recently, but his mark of 69 is workable and his recent efforts have been perfectly respectable for a race of this nature. The Topspeed figure of 62 stacks up well, and this drop into a Class 6 gives him every chance to be more competitive than the bare form figures might suggest. Jason Hart is a notable booking in this sort of contest and, from stall 4, he should have options if they go hard early. Available at 9/2, he makes plenty of appeal as the each-way play. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple: Instant Bond is the win bet because he is the one arriving in form and still looks ahead of the handicapper despite the higher mark. Mr Cool is the each-way punt at a fairer price, especially with his rating and speed figures giving him a strong chance of hitting the frame. Bay Breeze and Catalyse are the obvious dangers if the principals fluff their lines.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalyse | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 (Betfair) |
| Mount Ruapehu | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Betfair) |
| Mr Cool | 9/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Bay Breeze | 13/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Great | 9/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 17/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Miss Rainbow | 9/1 | 17/2 | 17/2 | 15/2 | 17/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Instant Bond | 9/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 2/1 | 9/4 | 9/4 (Bet365) |
| Orbital Chime | 17/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Henriette Ronner | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Kyber Crystal | 14/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Betfair) |
| Soda | 33/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Betfair) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Newsboy | Instant Bond |
| Ian Gaughran | Instant Bond |
16:20 – British EBF Fillies’ Handicap
Race Details: 5f | Class 4 | Going: 7.4) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a sharp little sprint rather than a deep one, and the three-year-olds may well have the edge. Cotai Belle arrives on the back of two solid runner-up efforts and sets the standard on recent figures, while Creative Queen is another unexposed filly who gets in here off just 81 for a top yard. Dandy Magic is respected after a better run last time and has the pace for a race like this, but she is beginning to look a touch exposed. Of the older mares, D Flawless has a handy draw and enough speed to get involved if things fall right. In a small field over 5f, the break and track position will be everything, so this is no penalty kick, but the race does look there for a progressive filly to take.
Top Selections
1. Cotai Belle – 2/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Ethan Tindall | Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey | Form: 09-822 | Rating: 84 | Topspeed: 80
Cotai Belle makes plenty of appeal in a race where recent, reliable sprint form is at a premium. Those last two second-place finishes suggest she is knocking hard on the door, and her Topspeed figure of 80 is the best in the field, which matters plenty in a bare 5f dash. She is still only a three-year-old, so there is every chance she has a bit more to offer, and stall 4 gives her options in a race lacking obvious depth. At 2/1 she is not exactly hidden from view, but she still looks the percentage call given how solid her profile is compared to several rivals who come here with questions to answer. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Creative Queen – 7/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan | Trainer: William Haggas | Form: 2-6217 | Rating: 81 | Topspeed: 45
Creative Queen is the one who interests me most away from the favourite because she still has the look of a filly learning on the job. She got her head in front two starts ago and the latest seventh is easy enough to forgive if you take the view that things simply did not pan out. William Haggas does not send many here for the scenery, and an opening mark of 81 may yet underestimate her if she sharpens up for this drop to 5f. The Topspeed number is modest, so there is a leap of faith involved, but in a field of eight she is exactly the type to back each-way at 7/2 if you think there is more to come. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Cotai Belle is the straightforward win play after two strong recent runs and the best speed figure in the line-up. For an each-way alternative, Creative Queen makes more appeal than the exposed older mares because she retains some upside and represents a yard that places them well. Dandy Magic is the obvious danger if building on her latest effort, while D Flawless could nick a place from a good draw.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mae Amor | 33/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Ormolulu | 10/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Cotai Belle | 2/1 | 7/4 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 (Bet365) |
| D Flawless | 7/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Rogue Attraction | 8/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Bleep Test | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Dandy Magic | 10/3 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 7/2 (Paddy Power) |
| Creative Queen | 7/2 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 10/3 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
16:55 – Dalston ‘Confined’ Handicap (For horses Which Have Not Won In 2026)
Race Details: 6f | Class 5 | Going: 7.4) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places (goingstick) | | flat
This is a proper end-of-card handicap puzzle rather than a race full of obvious winners, and that “not won in 2026” condition tells its own story. Plenty arrive with bits and pieces of recent form without looking bombproof. Supreme Clarets, Homestrait and Black Storm all bring solid enough recent efforts and are easy to make cases for, while Albeseeingyer has been knocking on the door in similar company and should be in the thick of it again. The 3yos get weight and that could prove important over a sharp 6f here, especially if they go a decent gallop. Draw may matter less than who travels best and who can actually finish the job, because several in here have developed a habit of finding one too good. Tricky, competitive, but not a deep race.
Top Selections
1. Supreme Clarets – 5/1 with Betfair
Jockey: Warren Fentiman | Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey | Form: 6-7492 | Rating: 75 | Topspeed: 65
Supreme Clarets makes plenty of appeal in a race where few arrive with convincing win profiles. That latest second was a step back in the right direction and the overall profile suggests a 3yo still capable of doing a bit better in ordinary handicaps like this. An opening mark in the mid-70s looked workable earlier in the season and he now gets in here off 75 with just 8st 4lb on his back. The Fahey yard knows how to place these sprint handicappers at Carlisle, and a Topspeed of 65 is among the better figures in the field. At 5/1, he looks the one with the right blend of upside and solidity. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Homestrait – 13/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Cam Hardie | Trainer: Brian Ellison | Form: 574223 | Rating: 72 | Topspeed: 59
Homestrait is not especially hard to warm to for each-way purposes because he keeps running his race and, unlike a few of these, arrives in consistent nick. His recent sequence of 2,2,3 reads well in the context of this contest and suggests he is holding his form while some of the older rivals look more exposed. He gets the handy 3yo weight allowance, and although stall 9 is not ideal if they edge towards the far side, he has enough tactical speed to get involved. Brian Ellison has a couple in here, but this one is clearly the more persuasive on current evidence. At 13/2, he looks a sensible each-way punt in a race with four places on offer.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Supreme Clarets is the win play, as he looks the most likely improver and comes here off the back of a timely return to form. Homestrait is the each-way option because consistency counts for plenty in this sort of race and he should give you a run for your money. Albeseeingyer and Black Storm look the main dangers if reproducing their better recent efforts.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Storm | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 (William Hill) |
| Judicature | 12/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Albeseeingyer | 5/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Homestrait | 13/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Yaaser | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Ecclefechan | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Record Day | 9/1 | 17/2 | 17/2 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Fan Mail | 10/1 | 17/2 | 17/2 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Dakota Breeze | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 33/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Supreme Clarets | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Betfair) |
| Top Lad | 25/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| talkSPORT 2 | Albeseeingyer |
Carlisle Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albeseeingyer | 4 | 2 | 50% | 75% |
| Bay Breeze | 6 | 1 | 16.67% | 33.33% |
| Kyber Crystal | 3 | 0 | 0% | 33.33% |
| Fan Mail | 3 | 0 | 0% | 66.67% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Greatrex | 4 | 1 | 25% | 25% |
| Mark Winn | 51 | 11 | 21.57% | 39.22% |
| Lewis Chalkley | 11 | 2 | 18.18% | 36.36% |
| Jonathan England | 84 | 14 | 16.67% | 42.86% |
| Kaiya Fraser | 12 | 2 | 16.67% | 25% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Carlisle:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Balding | 17 | 5 | 29.41% | 52.94% |
| William Haggas | 25 | 7 | 28% | 52% |
| Ralph Beckett | 16 | 4 | 25% | 68.75% |
| Steph Hollinshead | 32 | 7 | 21.88% | 28.13% |
| John Ryan | 5 | 1 | 20% | 40% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Carlisle racing tips for Thursday 9th July 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 Carlisle today?
The first race at Carlisle on Thursday 9th July 2026 goes off at 14:00, with 6 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Carlisle today?
The going at Carlisle is reported as 7.4) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places (goingstick).
How many races are at Carlisle today?
There are 6 races on the card at Carlisle today, running from 14:00 through to 16:55.
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