Our Huntingdon racing tips cover all 6 races on the card today, Thursday 7th May 2026. The action gets underway at 13:15 and runs through to 15:50, with going reported as Chase 7.7, hurdle 8.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Another Day Out boasts a 66.67% strike rate from 3 runs at the track, Tom Broughton has been in fine form here with 2 wins from 6 rides, James Owen’s yard sends out runners with a 25.61% 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 Huntingdon
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Huntingdon over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambourn | Racing Post | 11 | 6 | 54.55% | 81.82% |
| Jeffrey Ross | Sporting Times | 17 | 5 | 29.41% | 64.71% |
| Ben Morgan | Racing Ahead | 11 | 3 | 27.27% | 72.73% |
| West Country | Racing Post | 15 | 3 | 20% | 66.67% |
| Luke Tucker | Cambridge Evening News | 11 | 1 | 9.09% | 36.36% |
13:15 – Virgin Bet Daily Price Boosts “National Hunt” Maiden Hurdle (GBB Race)
Race Details: 2m 4f | Class 4 | Going: Chase 7.7, hurdle 8.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This is hardly a betting heat in the usual sense with only two runners, but it still makes for an interesting little maiden hurdle. Loriko brings the strongest published figures into it, with a mark of 130 and a Topspeed of 117 putting him clear on the numbers, while Katarcice arrives with less experience over hurdles but represents a yard that does well with these types. In a match like this, tactical pace and jumping rhythm can be more important than bare ability, especially on decent ground at Huntingdon where races can turn into a test of slickness rather than stamina. Even so, Loriko looks to have set the better standard and this doesn’t strike me as a deep or especially tricky contest.
Top Selections
1. Loriko – 8/11 with Bet365
Jockey: Harry Skelton | Trainer: Dan Skelton | Form: 33262- | Rating: 130 | Topspeed: 117
Loriko is the obvious one, but obvious for good reason. His form figures show he has been knocking on the door in stronger races than this and, crucially in a two-runner affair, he has already achieved a level that Katarcice still has to prove he can reach. A mark of 130 towers over his rival’s 120, and that Topspeed edge is notable too. Harry Skelton is exactly the rider you want in a tactical small-field contest, and the Skelton team are usually very good at placing these maiden hurdlers to get the job done. At 8/11 he is no giveaway, but he is hard to oppose on what we know. Bet type: WIN
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple: Loriko is the win bet and the only sensible play in a two-runner race. There is no each-way angle in a match and no need to get cute. Katarcice is the clear danger for Fergal O’Brien, particularly if improving from his last run, but on ratings and established hurdle form Loriko should be winning this.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katarcice | 1/1 | 10/11 | 10/11 | 10/11 | 1/1 (Bet365) |
| Loriko | 8/11 | 8/11 | 8/11 | 8/11 | 8/11 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Luke Tucker | Katarcice |
| bettinggods.com | Loriko |
13:45 – Virgin Bet Daily Extra Places Handicap Chase (GBB Race)
Race Details: 2m 3f | Class 4 | Going: Chase 7.7, hurdle 8.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This is a tight little six-runner handicap chase rather than a deep one, but it is competitive enough if you can forgive one or two with patchy profiles. William Cody has been knocking on the door and brings the most solid recent form, while Pep Talking arrives off another win and looks the obvious threat if holding that level. Ice In The Veins is the interesting one: younger than most of these and open to a bit more progress over fences, even if his profile is less straightforward. Big Boy Barney has a touch of class off a light weight and was good enough to earn a nap vote elsewhere, but this sharper, sounder test asks a question. In a race lacking loads of depth, rhythm and accurate jumping should decide it.
Top Selections
1. William Cody – 11/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Paul O’Brien | Trainer: Pam Sly | Form: 32322- | Rating: 123 | Topspeed: 107
He is hardly hiding his wellbeing, and in a race where a few arrive with something to prove, that counts for plenty. William Cody kept bumping into one or two at the end of last season without running a bad race, and that string of placed efforts reads better than it might look at a glance. He stays this sort of trip well, jumps soundly often enough, and Paul O’Brien is a positive booking for a horse who usually races handily and keeps finding. At 11/4 he is not exactly missed, but he still looks the percentage call in a race where reliability is a major asset. Bet type: win.
Bet: WIN
2. Big Boy Barney – 13/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Jack Hogan | Trainer: Fergal O’Brien | Form: 53613- | Rating: 129 | Topspeed: 104
For an each-way angle in a six-runner race with two places on offer, Big Boy Barney makes some appeal. He is actually the top-rated horse in the line-up on 129 and gets in here with just 156lb, which gives him a fair chance if this turns tactical. His latest third was perfectly respectable, and the win before that showed he can go through with the job when things fall right. Fergal O’Brien’s runners at this sort of spring jumping meeting are never easily dismissed, and Jack Hogan knows how to deliver one late. At 13/2, he looks the value alternative to the obvious pair. Bet type: each-way.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
William Cody is the solid win play given his consistency and the lack of questions around current form. For those wanting a bit more value, Big Boy Barney appeals as the each-way punt with two places available and a workable racing weight. Pep Talking is the danger after his latest win, while Ice In The Veins is the one who could improve past them if bouncing back.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Cody | 11/4 | 11/4 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Hurricane Bay | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Ice In The Veins | 3/1 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| Pep Talking | 11/4 | 5/2 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Koapey | 17/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Big Boy Barney | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| West Country | Big Boy Barney |
14:15 – Virgin Bet A Good Bet Mares’ Handicap Chase (Queen Boudicca Mares’ Chase Series Qualifier) (GBB)
Race Details: 2m 7f | Class 4 | Going: Chase 7.7, hurdle 8.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This is only a four-runner mares’ handicap chase, but it is not entirely straightforward because there are question marks around all of them. Another Day Out sets the standard on official figures after getting her head in front at the end of last season and Sean Bowen is a notable booking in a race lacking depth. Kit’s Coty has been admirably consistent without looking obviously well treated, while Catwalk Girl returns from a fall and has to prove she can put that behind her over this longer trip. Lady Jago has become hard to trust on recent evidence. In a weakish little contest, the race may simply be decided by who jumps cleanest and travels best from three out, and the favourite makes the most appeal.
Top Selections
1. Another Day Out – 6/5 with Bet365
Jockey: Sean Bowen | Trainer: Martin Keighley | Form: 4F5P1- | Rating: 115 | Topspeed: 111
She is hardly bombproof, but in a race of this quality she still makes the most sense. That closing win before her break was a timely reminder that she can cash in at this sort of level, and her figures of 115 and 111 give her a solid look against these rivals. Sean Bowen catches the eye in a small-field chase where positive tactics and accurate jumping can be decisive, and this trip on decent ground ought to suit well enough. At 6/5, she is not a giveaway, but she is the one with the clearest recent piece of winning form and the strongest overall claims. WIN
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
With only four runners, this is a straight win-bet race and Another Day Out is the one to keep it simple with. She has the best recent credentials and looks the safest option in a contest lacking depth. Kit’s Coty is the obvious danger on consistency, while Catwalk Girl has a squeak if returning in good order, but neither makes more appeal than the favourite.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catwalk Girl | 7/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Another Day Out | 6/5 | 1/1 | 1/1 | 1/1 | 6/5 | 6/5 (Bet365) |
| Lady Jago | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
14:45 – Virgin Bet Mares’ Handicap Hurdle
Race Details: 2m 3f | Class 4 | Going: Chase 7.7, hurdle 8.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This is a small-field mares’ handicap but not an entirely straightforward one, because there are doubts attached to most of them. Notnowlinda heads the market off a fair mark and her latest third suggests she’s not finished yet, while Hope Rising has the profile of a 5yo who could still have more to offer if putting that latest refusal behind her. Mermaids Cave is interesting on figures, with the best Topspeed in the line-up, but she’s become a hard mare to trust after a mixed spell. Mary is usually honest without looking especially well treated, and No No Fizz needs to bounce back from a poor effort. In a race lacking real depth, it may simply come down to who handles conditions best and who still has a bit of upside.
Top Selections
1. Hope Rising – 10/3 with Bet365
Jockey: Gavin Sheehan | Trainer: Jamie Snowden | Form: 1212R- | Rating: 117 | Topspeed: 109
I’m prepared to forgive the latest refusal because the rest of Hope Rising’s profile is that of a progressive mare going the right way. Before that blot, she had been admirably consistent, winning twice and finishing second twice, and for a 5yo in this company that matters. Jamie Snowden’s mare gets weight from the two at the top of the market and still looks feasibly treated off 117 if resuming where she left off. Gavin Sheehan is a positive booking in a race that may turn tactical, and at 10/3 she makes more appeal than the shorter-priced favourite. In a weak enough Class 4, she’s the one I want on side.
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
With only five runners, this is a straight win-bet race and Hope Rising is the play at 10/3. She has the most convincing scope for improvement and gets a useful weight pull. Notnowlinda is the obvious danger on ratings, while Mermaids Cave is capable of getting involved if in the mood, but neither makes quite as much appeal at the prices.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Rising | 10/3 | 16/5 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 3/1 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
| Notnowlinda | 6/4 | 6/4 | 15/8 | 11/8 | 7/4 | 15/8 (Paddy Power) |
| Mermaids Cave | 7/2 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 3/1 | 10/3 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Mary | 5/1 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| No No Fizz | 15/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
15:15 – Virgin Bet Supports Safe Gambling Handicap Hurdle
Race Details: 3m 1f | Class 5 | Going: Chase 7.7, hurdle 8.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This has the look of a modest but quite intriguing little staying handicap, especially with Roe And Co out and the race now lacking much depth. Greedy Smith heads the market after shaping with encouragement when runner-up on his latest start, while Raby Mere arrives off a solid enough season and is one of the few with a recent win on the page. Braganza Bay is weighted to be dangerous on old ability and gets Sam Twiston-Davies, but his finishing effort has not exactly screamed confidence lately. Indian Sunbird is inconsistent but has enough pace figures to get involved if the trip plays to his strengths, while Moviddy is a veteran who keeps threatening without always delivering. In truth, this is not a strong Class 5, and that makes it a race where attitude and stamina may matter more than class.
Top Selections
1. Greedy Smith – 9/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Richie McLernon | Trainer: Jonjo & A J O’Neill | Form: 77P92- | Rating: 98 | Topspeed: 81
Greedy Smith is hardly bombproof, but he makes more appeal than most in a race short on solid stayers. That latest second was a step back in the right direction after some pretty uninspiring efforts, and it suggested the O’Neill yard may just have found a workable mark. He still has to prove he truly wants every yard of this 3m1f, but in this company he does not need to improve a great deal to go one better. Richie McLernon is a good booking for this sort of test and 9/4 with Bet365 is fair enough rather than flashy. He looks the one with the most straightforward claims.
Bet: WIN
2. Raby Mere – 7/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Lewis Stones | Trainer: Caroline Fryer | Form: 54414- | Rating: 102 | Topspeed: 80
Raby Mere appeals as the sensible each-way angle because at least he has been mixing it in a consistent enough manner and did get his head in front not long ago. His latest fourth was not a bad effort in the context of this level, and an official mark of 102 leaves him right in the thick of it if he sees out the trip strongly. This is only a six-runner field, so there is not much room for error, but he is one of the more reliable profiles on offer and does not come with the same stamina doubts as one or two of these. At 7/2 with Bet365, he looks the value against the favourite.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Greedy Smith is the win play in a race where the opposition does not set a daunting standard, and his latest run gives him the strongest recent piece of form. For an each-way punt, Raby Mere makes more appeal than the shorter-priced alternatives because he is relatively dependable and still looks competitive off this mark. Braganza Bay is the obvious danger if the fitting of this race sparks a revival.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greedy Smith | 9/4 | 11/8 | 5/4 | 11/8 | 9/4 (Bet365) |
| Raby Mere | 7/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Moviddy | 13/2 | 11/2 | 7/1 | 6/1 | 7/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Indian Sunbird | 5/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Braganza Bay | 9/4 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 (Betfair) |
15:50 – Virgin Bet Open Maiden National Hunt Flat Race (Category 3 Elimination) (GBB Race)
Race Details: 1m 7f | Class 5 | Going: Chase 7.7, hurdle 8.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick) | | jumps
This closing bumper is only a five-runner affair, but it is not entirely straightforward. Island Getaway sets the standard on what little we have seen, having already shown a fair level of ability and bringing the most solid recent form to the table. Meli Melo D’Angos has the best published figures of those with a run under their belt, though that bare eighth needs forgiving, while the two Nick Scholfield-trained fillies, St Julie and St Zoe, add a bit of intrigue on debut. As You Were is another unknown quantity in a race where improvement is likely to matter more than exposed form. In truth, it is not a deep maiden bumper, but in a small field on decent ground the one with the clearest track evidence is usually the safest play.
Top Selections
1. Island Getaway – 13/8 with Bet365
Jockey: Sean Bowen | Trainer: Warren Greatrex | Form: 5- | Rating: 88 | Topspeed: 49
Island Getaway is the obvious starting point and, in a race lacking depth, he makes plenty of appeal. That sole run, when fifth, is modest enough at first glance, but it is still the clearest piece of bumper form on offer among the principals and gives him a practical edge over the newcomers. Warren Greatrex knows the type required for these events and Sean Bowen is exactly the rider you want in a tactical small-field contest. At 13/8, he is not a giveaway, but he does look the runner with the fewest questions to answer. If he steps forward even a little from that debut, he should take plenty of beating. Bet type tag: Win bet.
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple in a five-runner race: Island Getaway is the win play. He has the best solid form and is the least speculative option in a field full of unknowns. St Julie is the interesting danger on debut, while Meli Melo D’Angos could leave that initial run behind, but neither makes more appeal than the favourite for win purposes.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| As You Were | 7/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 5/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Island Getaway | 13/8 | 13/8 | 13/8 | 13/8 | 8/5 | 13/8 (Bet365) |
| St Julie | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 (Bet365) |
| St Zoe | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
Huntingdon Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Another Day Out | 3 | 2 | 66.67% | 66.67% |
| William Cody | 6 | 3 | 50% | 83.33% |
| Braganza Bay | 4 | 2 | 50% | 75% |
| Hurricane Bay | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 33.33% |
| No No Fizz | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 66.67% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Broughton | 6 | 2 | 33.33% | 66.67% |
| Gavin Sheehan | 218 | 47 | 21.56% | 50% |
| Sean Bowen | 162 | 33 | 20.37% | 49.38% |
| Harry Skelton | 294 | 56 | 19.05% | 48.3% |
| Paul O’Brien | 110 | 18 | 16.36% | 49.09% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Huntingdon:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Owen | 82 | 21 | 25.61% | 53.66% |
| Fergal O’Brien | 270 | 61 | 22.59% | 55.56% |
| Emma Lavelle | 58 | 12 | 20.69% | 56.9% |
| Jamie Snowden | 148 | 28 | 18.92% | 53.38% |
| Dan Skelton | 360 | 66 | 18.33% | 45.28% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Huntingdon racing tips for Thursday 7th 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 Huntingdon today?
The first race at Huntingdon on Thursday 7th May 2026 goes off at 13:15, with 6 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Huntingdon today?
The going at Huntingdon is reported as Chase 7.7, hurdle 8.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good, good to firm in places (goingstick).
How many races are at Huntingdon today?
There are 6 races on the card at Huntingdon today, running from 13:15 through to 15:50.
Gamble Responsibly ⚠️
Bet only what you can afford to lose. Set deposit limits, never chase losses, and take regular breaks. Gambling should be entertainment, not income.
Support & Resources: BeGambleAware.org · GamCare.org.uk · National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133
18+ only. Please gamble responsibly. This article contains affiliate links — we may earn a commission if you sign up through our links, at no extra cost to you.