Our Hamilton racing tips cover all 8 races on the card today, Friday 21st August 2026. The action gets underway at 16:33 and runs through to 20:15, with going reported as GOOD TO SOFT.
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Belsito boasts a 60% strike rate from 5 runs at the track, Conor Whiteley has been in fine form here with 2 wins from 6 rides, William Haggas’s yard sends out runners with a 40.54% 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 Hamilton
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Hamilton over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bettinggods.com | bettinggods.com | 11 | 9 | 81.82% | 45.45% |
| Rockavon | Sunday Mail | 11 | 6 | 54.55% | 72.73% |
| The Guardian | The Guardian | 11 | 5 | 45.45% | 72.73% |
| Glendale | The Scotsman | 20 | 9 | 45% | 55% |
| The Judge | The Favourite | 10 | 4 | 40% | 60% |
16:33 – Why Settle Technology AI Adoption EBF Maiden Stakes (Hamilton 2Yo Series Qual’) (GBB/GBBPlus Race)
Race Details: 1m | Class 3 | Going: GOOD TO SOFT | | flat
This is a tiny-field maiden in numbers but not much of a puzzle on paper. Pikachu absolutely towers over these on the figures, bringing a mark of 110 and comfortably the best Topspeed as well, and he has already shown enough in stronger company to suggest this sort of race should be well within range. Trumpety Trump has at least had a couple of educational runs and sets the form standard of the other pair, while Nice Neasy Does It goes in completely unexposed on debut for Tim Easterby. Over a mile on good to soft, experience and class should count for plenty, and unless Pikachu underperforms badly, this looks more about who chases him home than who wins.
Top Selections
1. Pikachu – 1/16 with Bet365
Jockey: David Egan | Trainer: Charlie Johnston | Form: 2534 | Rating: 110 | Topspeed: 98
There is no angle to be clever with here: Pikachu is simply the standout and very hard to oppose. His form figures of 2534 already read well in the context of an ordinary three-runner Hamilton maiden, and the raw numbers hammer home the point, with a 110 rating putting him miles clear of his two rivals. Charlie Johnston’s juveniles are usually straightforward, and David Egan looks an ideal booking to keep things simple from stall 3. At 1/16 he is no betting bonanza, obviously, but he should outclass these if reproducing anything like his previous efforts. Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple: Pikachu is the win bet and the only sensible selection in a race of this shape. In a three-runner contest there is no each-way angle at all, and the market reflects that brutally. Trumpety Trump looks the obvious danger on experience, but this really should be a case of Pikachu turning up and doing the job.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pikachu | 1/16 | 1/16 | 1/16 | 1/16 | 1/25 | 1/16 (Bet365) |
| Trumpety Trump | 10/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 8/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Nice Neasy Does It | 18/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
17:07 – Huws Gray British Stallions EBF Fillies’ Handicap
Race Details: 1m 1f | Class 4 | Going: GOOD TO SOFT | | flat
This looks a pretty decent little fillies’ handicap for Hamilton, with a mix of progressive 3yos taking on some battle-hardened older mares. Wild Dahlia is the obvious starting point for William Haggas after returning with a solid third and she sets a fair standard off 83, but she is drawn widest of all in stall 9 and won’t be getting any gifts around here. Saxon Grace arrives seeking a four-timer and is plainly thriving, while Polygram brings rock-solid recent handicap form and a handy low draw. Porth Eilian is another 3yo with a progressive profile, whereas Second Fiddle is the dependable older one who should run her race again. It’s competitive rather than impossible, but there are enough angles here to make it a proper betting race rather than a penalty kick for the favourite.
Top Selections
1. Saxon Grace – 4/1 with William Hill
Jockey: Shane Gray | Trainer: Daragh Bourke | Form: 403111 | Rating: 82 | Topspeed: 72
She’s the one arriving with the most momentum and I don’t really want to get in front of a filly rattling off a hat-trick in this manner. Saxon Grace has climbed the weights, but not outrageously so, and that topspeed figure of 72 says the progression is backed up by the clock as well as the bare form. Stall 8 is not ideal, yet she has been doing plenty right lately and still looks the type to improve again at this sort of trip. At 4/1 she makes plenty of appeal in a race where a few of the market principals have less forgiving setups. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Polygram – 11/2 with Paddy Power
Jockey: David Allan | Trainer: Tristan Davidson | Form: 634212 | Rating: 82 | Topspeed: 78
Polygram makes lots of each-way sense because her recent profile is that of a mare who keeps turning up and running to her mark. She won two starts ago, then backed it up with a runner-up effort, and the draw in stall 1 could be a real asset if David Allan can hold a handy position from the outset. Her topspeed figure is the best in the field, which catches the eye in a race where several are priced on potential rather than hard evidence. Available at 11/2, she looks the value alternative to the more fashionable 3yos and is the solid each-way punt. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Saxon Grace is the win play because she’s progressive, thriving and may not have reached her ceiling yet. Polygram is the each-way option in a nine-runner race, with her consistency and inside draw making her very easy to fancy for a place at least. Wild Dahlia is the obvious danger on class and connections, while Porth Eilian also has claims if continuing her upward curve.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krissy | 20/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Polygram | 4/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 (Paddy Power) |
| Porth Eilian | 11/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Foxy Night | 11/2 | 5/1 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Thankfully | 14/1 | 9/1 | 17/2 | 8/1 | 11/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Wild Dahlia | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 (Bet365) |
| Sharona | 80/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 (Bet365) |
| Second Fiddle | 9/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Saxon Grace | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 (William Hill) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| sportinglife.com | Wild Dahlia |
17:40 – Darley EBF Novice Stakes (GBB/GBBPlus Race)
Race Details: 1m 3f | Class 2 | Going: GOOD TO SOFT | | flat
This may only be a three-runner novice, but it is not a bad little contest at all. Lord d’Or brings the most solid recent profile after a string of runner-up efforts, while Flagbearer comes from the William Haggas yard and is entitled to improve plenty from a quiet debut fourth. Nakassama is the older horse in the field and gives weight away all round, which makes life tougher despite having a fair bit more experience than the others. In a race lacking depth, it may come down to whether Lord d’Or has already shown enough to set the standard or whether Flagbearer takes the expected second-step forward. It is a small-field puzzle, but not an especially deep one.
Top Selections
1. Lord d’Or
Jockey: Callum Rodriguez | Trainer: Andrew Balding | Form: 6-222 | Rating: 85 | Topspeed: 64
Lord d’Or is the percentage call. He has finished second on his last three starts, which does raise the obvious question about whether he is one to trust absolutely, but that sequence also gives him the clearest and most reliable form in the race. An official mark of 85 is the best on offer here, and his Topspeed figure of 64 backs up the view that he has already achieved a level the others still need to match. Balding’s colt should be suited by this sort of trip and, in a race where excuses will be thin, he is the one with the fewest holes in his profile. Bet type tag: WIN
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple in a three-runner race: Lord d’Or is the win bet and the only sensible play. He has the strongest recent form and sets the standard on the figures. There is no each-way angle in a field this small. Flagbearer is the danger if improving sharply for Haggas, while Nakassama looks up against it under top weight.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nakassama | 5/2 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 (Betfair) |
| Flagbearer | 9/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
18:15 – Scullion Law Lanark Silver Bell Handicap (Heritage Handicap) (GBBPlus Race)
Race Details: 1m 4f | Class 2 | Going: GOOD TO SOFT | | flat
This is a proper Heritage Handicap rather than a penalty kick, with several arriving from different angles and plenty of compressed weights once you dig past the headline ratings. Salamanca City comes here on a hat-trick and is the obvious progressive one, while Noble Horizon and El Burhan bring solid recent handicap form to the table from good stables. Tiernan is interesting after getting his head back in front and Evanesco has the profile of a 3yo who could still be ahead of the assessor. The ground should put the emphasis on stamina at this trip and that may just sort the battle-hardened stayers from those who have been winning under slightly easier circumstances. Tricky, yes, but not impossible if you want one still on the upgrade.
Top Selections
1. Salamanca City – 9/2 with William Hill
Jockey: Daniel Muscutt | Trainer: James Fanshawe | Form: 6-1211 | Rating: 108 | Topspeed: 94
There is a lot to like about a horse arriving here on the back of two straight wins, and Salamanca City has started to look like one of those late-maturing stayers James Fanshawe does so well with. The form figures are rock-solid, he is clearly thriving, and a mark of 108 does not look beyond him given the way he has been finding for pressure. This is deeper water in a big-field Heritage Handicap, but he is the sort who should relish a proper test at 1m4f on good to soft. At 9/2 he is not exactly hidden, but he still makes plenty of appeal as the one with the clearest forward momentum. Bet: WIN
2. El Burhan – 13/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Pat Cosgrave | Trainer: George Boughey | Form: 91-543 | Rating: 107 | Topspeed: 90
El Burhan looks the each-way value in a race where a lot of the market principles have little room for error. George Boughey’s 4yo has been edging back toward his best this season, and that latest third suggests he is ready to strike again when things drop right. He has the cruising speed for a race like this, a fair draw in 4, and his mark of 107 gives him every chance of being seriously involved if he settles into a rhythm early. Pat Cosgrave is a good booking for a big-field handicap of this nature, and 13/2 makes obvious appeal with four places on offer. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Salamanca City is the win play because he is the one coming here with the most convincing progressive profile and may not have stopped improving yet. El Burhan is the each-way punt at a fair price, with his recent figures suggesting a big run is brewing. The main dangers are Noble Horizon from stall 1 and Tiernan, who is dangerously well treated if building on that latest win.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Burhan | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Yabher | 9/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 7/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Strassia | 25/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Betfair) |
| Noble Horizon | 5/1 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Teumessias Fox | 33/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Lavender Hill Mob | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Spioradalta | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (William Hill) |
| Evanesco | 7/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Salamanca City | 4/1 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 7/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 (William Hill) |
| Ashnak | 18/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 20/1 | 16/1 | 25/1 (Betfair) |
| Evaluation | 22/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Betfair) |
| Altareq | 14/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Elsass | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Tiernan | 6/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 6/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 (William Hill) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Stephen Darbyshire | El Burhan |
18:45 – Acrisure Handicap
Race Details: 5f | Class 3 | Going: GOOD TO SOFT | | flat
This is a proper Hamilton sprint handicap: plenty with chances, not many arriving bombproof, and the draw/early pace likely to matter as much as raw ability. Eternal Sunshine and Jordan Electrics come here in form for Jim Goldie, while Vantheman has been knocking on the door in similar races and brings one of the better recent speed figures. Sturlasson is another who has run well without getting his head in front, and low-weight Oriental Prince is the sort who could outrun his price if things fall right. At the other end, several need to bounce back quickly after tame efforts, including Advertised and Tatterstall. It looks a deep enough Class 3 without being a vintage one, and that usually points to siding with solid current form over reputation.
Top Selections
1. Eternal Sunshine – 4/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Lauren Young | Trainer: Jim Goldie | Form: 942602 | Rating: 99 | Topspeed: 88
He makes plenty of appeal in a race where not many arrive with his consistency. That latest second suggests he is still in good heart, and he has been holding his form in competitive sprint handicaps rather than picking up crumbs in weaker company. A mark of 99 asks a question, but he is effectively eased by the weight carried here and this sharp 5f on good to soft should suit his straightforward style. Goldie’s runners are always worth noting around Hamilton and Lauren Young knows the yard’s sprinters well enough. Available at 4/1, he looks the percentage call in a race full of ifs and buts. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Vantheman – 6/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Tom Eaves | Trainer: Kevin Ryan | Form: 013445 | Rating: 97 | Topspeed: 92
There is a strong each-way case for Vantheman, who has been running well enough in defeat and looks the type to give you a proper run for your money. His form figures do not scream “well handicapped”, but they do show a horse holding his level, and that Topspeed mark of 92 is one of the standout pieces of evidence in the field. Drawn 5, he should have options rather than being forced into one track position, and Tom Eaves is a good booking for this sort of rough-and-tumble sprint. At 6/1 he is not thrown in, but he is solid, reliable and very much the each-way value against some flimsier rivals ahead of him in the market. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Eternal Sunshine is the win play because he brings the right mix of recent form and proven handicap toughness. Vantheman is the each-way punt in a 13-runner race with four places on offer, and that looks a sensible angle. The main dangers are Jordan Electrics, arriving off a win, and Sturlasson, who is edging towards a race of this nature.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germanic | 14/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Advertised | 14/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 10/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Sir Yoshi | 14/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Sturlasson | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 (William Hill) |
| Tatterstall | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Vantheman | 6/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Jordan Electrics | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 (William Hill) |
| Eternal Sunshine | 4/1 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Stargazed | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Parisiac | 14/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Betfair) |
| Oriental Prince | 9/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Betfair) |
| Justmyluck | 66/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 (Betfair) |
19:15 – Patersons Of Greenoakhill Handicap (Div I)
Race Details: 6f | Class 4 | Going: GOOD TO SOFT | | flat
This looks a proper Hamilton sprint handicap: tightly compressed on ratings, plenty with workable marks, and more than a few old hands who know exactly how to run their race. Sir Garfield sets the standard on recent form after finishing runner-up last time and he’s the obvious one, but he’s drawn widest of all in 11 and that can make life awkward here if things don’t fall right. Wreck It Ryley, Abduction and Ashen are all arriving in decent nick, while Belsito has been running well enough to suggest another big effort is near. It’s not a weak race by any means, but it is a tricky puzzle because several of these are exposed handicappers operating around their ceiling. Small margins, track position and handling the ground should decide it.
Top Selections
1. Ashen – 10/1 with Betfair
Jockey: Lauren Young | Trainer: Jim Goldie | Form: 134202 | Rating: 86 | Topspeed: 82
Ashen makes plenty of appeal at the prices. He comes here off a solid second, his recent form reads better than it might first appear, and that Topspeed figure of 82 is the best in the field, which immediately puts him right in the argument for a race of this nature. He’s only 4, so unlike some of these battle-hardened sprinters there may still be a bit of upside lurking, and Jim Goldie’s runners around Hamilton always command respect. Off 128 he gets in light enough and 10/1 looks bigger than it should be for one arriving with this profile. He looks the value against shorter, more exposed rivals. Bet type: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Abduction – 9/1 with William Hill
Jockey: Jake Dickson | Trainer: Jim Goldie | Form: 773332 | Rating: 87 | Topspeed: 80
Abduction is the percentage each-way play. He’s been knocking on the door repeatedly, with form figures of 3332 in his last four starts, and that consistency counts for plenty in a race where a few of the principals can blow hot and cold. His mark of 87 is hardly lenient, but he keeps running to it, and a Topspeed of 80 says he still retains enough pace to be very competitive over this sharp 6f. Drawn 5, he should get a fair tow into the race, and if the leaders overdo it he’s exactly the sort to pick up the pieces late. At 9/1, he looks a sound each-way punt. Bet type: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
A win bet on Ashen makes the most appeal because his recent second and standout Topspeed figure suggest he’s overpriced. Abduction is the sensible each-way alternative given how reliably he’s been hitting the frame. Sir Garfield is the obvious danger on form, but from stall 11 at a short enough price, he’s opposable in a race where value matters.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunky Dory | 20/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 8/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Sir Garfield | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| Lipsink | 11/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 (William Hill) |
| Jannas Journey | 25/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 16/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (William Hill) |
| Wreck It Ryley | 9/2 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 11/2 (Paddy Power) |
| Belsito | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| Shoot To Kill | 10/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 6/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Abduction | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 9/1 | 9/1 (William Hill) |
| Stirrup Cup | 12/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 9/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (William Hill) |
| Ashen | 5/1 | 10/1 | 7/1 | 9/1 | 11/2 | 10/1 (Betfair) |
| Whiskey Kisses | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 11/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 (William Hill) |
19:45 – Patersons Of Greenoakhill Handicap (Div II)
Race Details: 6f | Class 4 | Going: GOOD TO SOFT | | flat
This looks a proper Hamilton sprint handicap rather than a race to get carried away with, and there are several with something to recommend them. Miraculous and Dandy Magic arrive off the back of wins and are obvious starting points, while City Captain has been knocking on the door without quite getting his head in front. Montezuma is another with a solid recent profile and tends to keep himself in the argument. The tricky part is weighing up current momentum against the handicapper’s grip, because plenty of these are tightly matched on ratings. A sound pace seems likely and, on good to soft ground over 6f here, finishing effort matters. It is competitive enough, but not a deep race, so siding with the in-form runners and one at a bigger price makes plenty of sense.
Top Selections
1. Miraculous – 4/1 with Bet365
Jockey: David Allan | Trainer: Tim Easterby | Form: 935781 | Rating: 84 | Topspeed: 75
Miraculous makes most appeal after finally cashing in on a run of solid efforts, and that latest win suggests he is arriving here at exactly the right time. The 935781 sequence reads like a horse who has been threatening to put one away, and he does not look obviously overburdened off 84 in a race where a few rivals have less convincing recent profiles. David Allan is a good booking for this track and Easterby’s sprinters are usually straightforward when they hit form. At 4/1, he is no giveaway, but he is the one I trust most to run his race again and holds strong claims.
Bet: WIN
2. Montezuma – 8/1 with William Hill
Jockey: David Egan | Trainer: Jim Goldie | Form: 205325 | Rating: 86 | Topspeed: 79
Montezuma looks the value play if you want something each-way in a race full of exposed handicappers. He has been holding his form well enough, with that 205325 string showing he regularly gets competitive, and a Topspeed figure of 79 says he has the pace for this grade. He is not one for winning out of turn, which is the obvious caveat, but this is the sort of contest where consistency can be rewarded if the principals fluff their lines. Jim Goldie knows how to place these sprinters and David Egan is an eye-catching booking. At 8/1, he makes plenty of appeal as an each-way punt with three places on offer.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Miraculous is the win play after a deserved latest success and looks the most solid option in a tightly packed sprint. Montezuma is the each-way alternative at the bigger price, especially given his reliable recent profile. The obvious dangers are Dandy Magic, who is also arriving on a win, and City Captain, who has been edging towards another big run.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winged Messenger | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 (William Hill) |
| City Captain | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 (Betfair) |
| Montezuma | 13/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 (William Hill) |
| Lord Bertie | 13/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 6/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 (William Hill) |
| Wobwobwob | 25/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| They All Know Me | 18/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Miraculous | 4/1 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Dandy Magic | 7/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 (William Hill) |
| Daizen | 11/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Iris Dancer | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 (Betfair) |
20:15 – Hemmings Homes 10th Anniversary Handicap
Race Details: 5f | Class 6 | Going: GOOD TO SOFT | | flat
This is a proper Hamilton sprint handicap to finish the card: plenty with chances, not many you could call bombproof, and the usual premium on breaking smartly and coping with conditions over this sharp 5f. Tanjen arrives off a win and sets the standard on figures, while King Of The Jungle is chasing a hat-trick and clearly thriving. Startling keeps knocking on the door, Harb is weighted to be competitive, and Never Dark looks the sort to outrun his price again. It is only a Class 6, so there are holes in plenty of profiles, but that also makes it a race where a well-treated sprinter in form can dominate. In truth, this looks more tricky than strong, and the market principals do make most appeal.
Top Selections
1. Tanjen – 10/3 with Bet365
Jockey: David Allan | Trainer: Tim Easterby | Form: 597751 | Rating: 76 | Topspeed: 67
Tanjen makes plenty of appeal in a race where recent winning form counts for a lot. That latest success suggested he is back in the groove, and a Topspeed of 67 is the best in this field, which matters in a low-grade sprint where raw pace often settles the argument. Tim Easterby’s runner is not thrown in off 76, but he does look the one with the most solid combination of current form and speed. David Allan is a good booking for this sort of job and, at 10/3, he is short enough in a 13-runner handicap but still the likeliest winner if repeating that latest effort. Bet: WIN
2. Startling – 7/1 with William Hill
Jockey: Oisin McSweeney | Trainer: John Wainwright | Form: 322422 | Rating: 72 | Topspeed: 64
Startling is the each-way angle because he keeps running his race and doesn’t need much imagination to see him in the frame again. Those recent figures tell their own story: consistent, competitive and repeatedly finding only one or two too good. In a race full of unreliable types, that is a big asset. He is only 4, his mark of 72 is workable, and the 64 Topspeed figure says he has the gears to cope at this level. Oisin McSweeney should be able to keep him handy from stall 8, and at 7/1 he looks a fair each-way punt with four places on offer. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Tanjen is the win play because he brings the best recent winning form and the top speed figure into a modest finale. For an each-way option, Startling is the solid one who keeps hitting the frame and looks overpriced for that reliability. The obvious danger is King Of The Jungle, who is going for a hat-trick and is hard to dismiss if progressing again.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jm Jhingree | 28/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Betfair) |
| Thistle Nil | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| King Of The Jungle | 5/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Hi Lord | 6/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 15/2 | 6/1 | 15/2 (Sky Bet) |
| Harb | 13/2 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Betfair) |
| Tanjen | 10/3 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 3/1 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
| Impressor | 11/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Sky Bet) |
| Startling | 13/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 (William Hill) |
| Never Dark | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 (William Hill) |
| Supremissy | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 17/2 (William Hill) |
| Falcon Queen | 22/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Doon The Glen | 11/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Kyber Crystal | 40/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
Hamilton Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belsito | 5 | 3 | 60% | 60% |
| Sir Garfield | 4 | 2 | 50% | 75% |
| Jordan Electrics | 25 | 9 | 36% | 64% |
| Jm Jhingree | 6 | 2 | 33.33% | 33.33% |
| Letsbefrank | 6 | 2 | 33.33% | 33.33% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conor Whiteley | 6 | 2 | 33.33% | 33.33% |
| David Egan | 35 | 8 | 22.86% | 28.57% |
| Alistair Rawlinson | 27 | 6 | 22.22% | 40.74% |
| Cieren Fallon | 9 | 2 | 22.22% | 66.67% |
| Oisin McSweeney | 33 | 7 | 21.21% | 33.33% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Hamilton:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Haggas | 37 | 15 | 40.54% | 72.97% |
| Harriet Bethell | 5 | 2 | 40% | 40% |
| Andrew Balding | 20 | 7 | 35% | 40% |
| George Boughey | 24 | 8 | 33.33% | 41.67% |
| John Butler | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 66.67% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Hamilton racing tips for Friday 21st August 2026. We’ve covered all 8 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 Hamilton today?
The first race at Hamilton on Friday 21st August 2026 goes off at 16:33, with 8 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Hamilton today?
The going at Hamilton is reported as GOOD TO SOFT.
How many races are at Hamilton today?
There are 8 races on the card at Hamilton today, running from 16:33 through to 20:15.
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