Our Hereford racing tips cover all 6 races on the card today, Tuesday 12th May 2026. The action gets underway at 14:38 and runs through to 17:20, with going reported as Chase 5.9, hurdle 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Man Of The Sea boasts a 0% strike rate from 3 runs at the track, Harry Skelton has been in fine form here with 30 wins from 107 rides, Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls’s yard sends out runners with a 33.33% 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 Hereford
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Hereford over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RP Ratings | Racing Post | 11 | 4 | 36.36% | 90.91% |
| Ben Morgan | Racing Ahead | 14 | 5 | 35.71% | 85.71% |
| Jeffrey Ross | Sporting Times | 13 | 4 | 30.77% | 69.23% |
| The Score | Racing TV | 12 | 3 | 25% | 66.67% |
| Ross Shepherd | Wrexham Leader | 11 | 2 | 18.18% | 63.64% |
14:38 – Worcester Racecourse Ladies Day 6th June Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase (GBB Race)
Race Details: 3m 1f | Class 3 | Going: Chase 5.9, hurdle 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This has the look of a match rather than a deep novice handicap, and in a two-runner chase tactics and clean jumping will matter every bit as much as raw ability. Queensbury Boy brings the higher mark and the stronger set of figures, while Court In A Storm gets a handy chunk of weight and arrives with a profile that suggests there could still be a bit to come over fences. It is not a strong race in depth, but it is a fairly interesting little duel because there are different angles to the pair: proven level versus potential upside. Around Hereford over this sort of trip, rhythm is everything, and whichever one settles best and jumps with fewer errors is likely to come out on top.
Top Selections
1. Queensbury Boy – 10/11 with Bet365
Jockey: James Bowen | Trainer: Mickey Bowen | Form: 45526- | Rating: 135 | Topspeed: 127
Queensbury Boy is the percentage call. His mark of 135 sets the standard in this tiny field, and that Topspeed figure of 127 is comfortably the most persuasive bit of evidence on offer. The recent form string is not flashy, but that second from two starts ago reads well enough in the context of this modest contest, and he does not need to improve much to take this. James Bowen is exactly the sort you want in a tactical two-runner chase, and the stable knows how to place one. At 10/11, he is not a gift, but he is still the one with the clearest credentials. Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple in a two-runner race: Queensbury Boy is the win bet and the only sensible play. There is no each-way angle with just one place on offer, and small-field chases can turn tactical quickly. Court In A Storm is the obvious danger on the weights, but the selection brings the better established level of form and looks the safer proposition.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queensbury Boy | 10/11 | 8/11 | 8/11 | 8/11 | 10/11 (Bet365) |
| Court In A Storm | 10/11 | 10/11 | 1/1 | 1/1 | 1/1 (Paddy Power) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Glendale | Court In A Storm |
15:08 – CopyBet Overnight Best Odds Guarenteed Handicap Chase (Arc Summer Chase Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)
Race Details: 2m 4f | Class 4 | Going: Chase 5.9, hurdle 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This is only a three-runner handicap but it is not completely straightforward. Delpotro brings the most convincing recent profile after a solid sequence in handicaps and looks the one arriving with momentum, whereas Quick Sharpener has the best official mark in the field but desperately needs to bounce back from a pretty ugly run of non-completions and tame efforts. Beep Beep Becky is the unexposed one over fences, but she has a fair bit to prove on the figures and lacks the established chase form of the two principals. In a race of this size, tactical speed and clean jumping could easily be the difference, and that probably tilts things towards the more reliable Delpotro. It is not a deep Class 4 by any means, but the favourite does make plenty of appeal.
Top Selections
1. Delpotro – 1/1 with William Hill
Jockey: Sean Bowen | Trainer: Charlie Longsdon | Form: P1243- | Rating: 113 | Topspeed: 110
Delpotro looks the percentage call in a race where trust counts for plenty. His form figures are comfortably the steadiest on offer and that latest third suggested he is still running right up to his mark. A topspeed figure of 110 is the best in this field and, in a tactical little contest, that blend of pace and consistency is a major asset. Sean Bowen is an eye-catching booking in any small-field chase because he is so good at keeping things simple from the front or stalking the pace. At even-money he is not a giveaway, but he is hard to oppose against rivals with much shakier profiles. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple in this three-runner race: Delpotro is the win bet and the only sensible play. There is no each-way angle in a field this small, and Quick Sharpener is the obvious danger if reviving off a higher mark than the selection. Beep Beep Becky has less weight but needs plenty of improvement to trouble the principals.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quick Sharpener | 2/1 | 6/4 | 13/8 | 6/4 | 7/4 | 2/1 (Bet365) |
| Delpotro | 10/11 | 10/11 | 10/11 | 10/11 | 1/1 | 1/1 (William Hill) |
| Beep Beep Becky | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
15:38 – Ludford Car Parts Group Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle (GBB Race)
Race Details: 2m 3f | Class 4 | Going: Chase 5.9, hurdle 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This looks a tidy little mares’ novice rather than a deep one, and the market has latched on to the right trio. Hidden Fortune sets the standard on potential after finishing runner-up on both starts, while Kittys Glance arrives here off a confidence-boosting win and brings a solid enough mark of 106 into the argument. Lady Kara probably has the most established hurdle form in the book, though, and her consistency gives her a serious say if this turns into more of a test than the bare race conditions suggest. The others have plenty to find on what they’ve shown. In a six-runner field where only two places are on offer, this feels fairly straightforward at the head of the market, but not quite the penalty kick the favourite’s price implies.
Top Selections
1. Lady Kara – 11/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Luke Scott | Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole | Form: 2442-3 | Rating: 116 | Topspeed: 92
Lady Kara is the one with the most convincing body of hurdle form and, in a race where a couple of her main rivals are still trading heavily on promise, that counts for plenty. She ran to a fair level repeatedly last season and resumed with another solid third, so there is no guessing required about whether she can handle this sort of assignment. Her mark of 116 is comfortably the best on offer here and that Topspeed figure stands out as well. At 11/4, she looks the percentage call against a short-priced favourite who still has to prove she can finish the job. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Kittys Glance – 2/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Tom Bellamy | Trainer: Alan King | Form: 3/801- | Rating: 106 | Topspeed: 63
Kittys Glance is the each-way angle purely because she arrives on the back of a breakthrough success and comes from a yard more than capable of placing one to follow up in this grade. That 3/801- line suggests she took a while to get the hang of things, but the latest win may have brought her forward mentally as much as physically. Alan King’s runners in mares’ hurdles are rarely sent out without a plan, and Tom Bellamy is a solid booking in this sphere. In a six-runner race she doesn’t have much room for error, but she looks the likeliest of the rest to give her running and hit the frame. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Lady Kara is the win bet because she brings the strongest, most reliable hurdle form and looks a touch overpriced at 11/4. Kittys Glance is the each-way play, with Alan King’s mare open to more improvement after getting off the mark. Hidden Fortune is the obvious danger and could easily be better than these, but at around 6/5 she’s short enough for one still learning on the job.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kittys Glance | 2/1 | 13/8 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 2/1 | 2/1 (Bet365) |
| Hidden Fortune | 6/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/6 | 6/5 (Bet365) |
| Lady Kara | 11/4 | 11/5 | 5/2 | 9/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Mrs Cravatte | 28/1 | 28/1 | 30/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 30/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Nannymooresbridge | 66/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Newsboy | Hidden Fortune |
| Sam Hardy | Hidden Fortune |
16:10 – CopyBet Says Thank You To Hereford Handicap Hurdle
Race Details: 3m 1f | Class 4 | Going: Chase 5.9, hurdle 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This is only a five-runner handicap but it is not lacking in angles. Campaign Trail heads the market on the back of some fairly solid handicap form and his Topspeed figure stands out in this line-up, while Catwalk Girl arrives here with obvious momentum after getting her head in front last time. Heard That has bits of staying form that give him a squeak if Sean Bowen can get him into a rhythm, and I Am Spider Man is interesting off a light weight after a better run on his latest start. Border Gem is consistent enough without looking obviously ahead of the assessor. In a race where tactical pace and stamina over this trip will matter plenty, I am inclined to side with the runner who still looks capable of better rather than the one with most exposed credentials.
Top Selections
1. Catwalk Girl – 3/1 with Betfair
Jockey: Mr James King | Trainer: Max Comley | Form: 353F-1 | Rating: 111 | Topspeed: 88
Catwalk Girl makes plenty of appeal in a race where a few of these have had their chances. She resumed with a win, which immediately gives her the most persuasive recent piece of form in the field, and she did it after a profile that hinted she was learning her job all the time. An opening mark of 111 does not look harsh judged on that latest success, especially with Mr James King taking over and the stable clearly landing on a suitable opportunity. The market has cottoned on, but 3/1 still feels fair in a five-runner event where she may have a bit more upside than the principal dangers. Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
In a race this small, keep it simple: Catwalk Girl is the win bet. She arrives in form and looks the one most likely to improve again. There is no each-way angle worth forcing with only five runners. Campaign Trail is the obvious danger on ratings and speed figures, while I Am Spider Man could make things interesting if building on that recent second.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campaign Trail | 9/4 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 9/4 | 9/4 (Bet365) |
| Heard That | 4/1 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Catwalk Girl | 5/2 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 (Betfair) |
| I Am Spider Man | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Border Gem | 5/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
16:45 – First Past The Post At CopyBet Handicap Hurdle
Race Details: 2m 3f | Class 5 | Going: Chase 5.9, hurdle 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This looks a fairly ordinary Class 5 on paper, but there is one horse who gives it a clear shape. Ice Jet is the obvious focal point after finishing second on his latest start and, as a 4yo getting in here off 99 with just 10st 13lb, he makes plenty of appeal if handling conditions again. The market has latched onto him and that is easy enough to understand. Behind the favourite, it gets more interesting than glamorous. Man Of The Sea arrives in solid nick after a string of respectable efforts, while Midnight Pass has been knocking on the door without quite getting his head in front. Ikigai Star is another with bits of form, but this does not look a deep race and I would be disappointed if the Skelton runner did not take a lot of beating.
Top Selections
1. Ice Jet – 1/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Harry Skelton | Trainer: Dan Skelton | Form: 7972- | Rating: 99 | Topspeed: 90
He is hardly a hidden gem at even money, but Ice Jet still looks the right horse. That latest second was easily his most encouraging piece of hurdle form and it came off a mark only 1lb lower than this, so there is no great handicap sting attached. As a 4yo in a modest Class 5, there is every chance he still has a bit more to offer than these exposed older rivals. Harry Skelton is an obvious positive and this stable tends to do well when placing one carefully in this grade. At 1/1, you are not stealing anything from the layers, but he is the one with the clearest upside and the strongest claims. Bet type tag: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Man Of The Sea – 8/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Jack Tudor | Trainer: Neil Mulholland | Form: 43632- | Rating: 104 | Topspeed: 95
If you want something at a backable each-way price, Man Of The Sea makes more appeal than most. He is a 10yo, so nobody should pretend there is bundles of improvement lurking, but he has at least been running consistently well and his 43632- sequence reads better than plenty of these. That latest second suggests he retains enough ability to be competitive in this grade, and his Topspeed figure of 95 is one of the more solid numbers in the field. Jack Tudor is a good booking for a horse who may need a well-timed ride, and 8/1 looks fair in a race where several of his rivals are easier to oppose than trust. Bet type tag: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Keep it straightforward: Ice Jet is the win bet and looks the most likely winner in a weak enough contest. For an each-way alternative, Man Of The Sea appeals as the solid option to hit the frame and possibly chase the favourite home. Midnight Pass is the obvious danger if improving again, while Ikigai Star could also nick a place without being especially convincing as a win proposition.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Man Of The Sea | 8/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Jack Hoola | 7/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Midnight Pass | 4/1 | 16/5 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Ikigai Star | 17/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Jackeline | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Betfair) |
| The Padster | 18/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Ice Jet | 1/1 | 10/11 | 10/11 | 10/11 | 5/6 | 1/1 (Bet365) |
| Launceston | 33/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Celine Man | 50/1 | 35/1 | 40/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Templegate | Ice Jet |
| Lee Sobot | Ice Jet |
| Ratings Hub | Ice Jet |
17:20 – Hereford Season Finale Open National Hunt Flat Race (Cat 1 Elimination) (GBB)
Race Details: 2m | Class 5 | Going: Chase 5.9, hurdle 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This has boiled down into a very small-field bumper, and in truth it looks much more about potential than depth. Lost In The Dream brings the one piece of winning form to the table and sets the standard on what we have seen, while Master Roque is the obvious threat despite finishing down the field on debut, his raw figures suggesting there was more in that run than the bare form. Mayo has shown only modest ability in two starts and the newcomer Five Lanes is asked to make a winning debut in a race lacking numbers but not lacking a couple of useful types. In a tactical five-runner contest, track position and a turn of foot will matter, but this still looks a fairly straightforward match between the front two in the market.
Top Selections
1. Lost In The Dream – 4/6 with Bet365
Jockey: Sean Bowen | Trainer: Olly Murphy | Form: 1- | Rating: 101 | Topspeed: 93
He is hard to oppose. Olly Murphy’s 4yo made a winning start and, in a race where there is very little solid depth, that immediately gives him the strongest profile. Sean Bowen is exactly the rider you want in a tactical little bumper like this, and the combination of proven winning mentality plus a fair Topspeed figure of 93 makes him the one they all have to beat. Master Roque has a lofty rating and could improve plenty, but Lost In The Dream has already done the job on the track and looks the safer play. At 4/6, you’re not stealing a fortune, but he still holds the clearest claims. Win bet.
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
With only five runners, this is strictly a win-only race and Lost In The Dream is the bet. He brings the standout piece of actual form and looks the most dependable option in what is essentially a two-horse race on paper. Master Roque is the obvious danger if taking a big step forward from debut, but the recommendation is simple: back Lost In The Dream to win and keep it tidy.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost In The Dream | 4/6 | 4/6 | 4/6 | 4/6 | 4/6 | 4/6 (Bet365) |
| Mayo | 16/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Five Lanes | 20/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Master Roque | 6/4 | 7/5 | 6/4 | 11/8 | 6/4 | 6/4 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Steve Mullington | Lost In The Dream |
| Jeffrey Ross | Master Roque |
Hereford Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Man Of The Sea | 3 | 0 | 0% | 33.33% |
| Border Gem | 3 | 0 | 0% | 33.33% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Skelton | 107 | 30 | 28.04% | 58.88% |
| Tom Bellamy | 99 | 20 | 20.2% | 57.58% |
| Sean Bowen | 87 | 17 | 19.54% | 51.72% |
| Ben Godfrey | 36 | 6 | 16.67% | 58.33% |
| Luke Scott | 18 | 3 | 16.67% | 50% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Hereford:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls | 15 | 5 | 33.33% | 66.67% |
| Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole | 20 | 6 | 30% | 65% |
| Alan King | 112 | 30 | 26.79% | 61.61% |
| Neil Mulholland | 79 | 19 | 24.05% | 44.3% |
| Dan Skelton | 141 | 33 | 23.4% | 53.9% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Hereford 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 Hereford today?
The first race at Hereford on Tuesday 12th May 2026 goes off at 14:38, with 6 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Hereford today?
The going at Hereford is reported as Chase 5.9, hurdle 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick).
How many races are at Hereford today?
There are 6 races on the card at Hereford today, running from 14:38 through to 17:20.
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