Our Sandown racing tips cover all 6 races on the card today, Thursday 6th August 2026. The action gets underway at 17:00 and runs through to 19:58, with going reported as Round 7.5, sprint 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places on sprint course (goingstick).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Beach Point boasts a 66.67% strike rate from 3 runs at the track, Mr David Dunsdon has been in fine form here with 2 wins from 5 rides, Charlie Appleby’s yard sends out runners with a 23.74% 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 Sandown
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Sandown over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computeform | The Racing App | 10 | 6 | 60% | 100% |
| Lee Sobot | Yorkshire Evening Post | 23 | 13 | 56.52% | 60.87% |
| Mercury | Daily Post | 17 | 8 | 47.06% | 82.35% |
| Chris Wright | Liverpool Echo | 15 | 7 | 46.67% | 73.33% |
| Ian Gaughran | Irish Herald | 15 | 7 | 46.67% | 60% |
17:00 – Corinthian Amateur Jockeys’ Handicap
Race Details: 1m 1f | Class 4 | Going: Round 7.5, sprint 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places on sprint course (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a proper little amateur riders’ handicap rather than a race to get carried away with, and there are cases to be made for several of them. Warning Sign arrives off a win and is obvious enough, while Epictetus has been knocking on the door without quite getting his head in front. The interesting angle, though, may be the 3yos against older exposed rivals. Impierious has done little wrong in three starts in handicaps and still looks capable of better, while What’s The Plan is another younger horse with a handy racing weight and solid recent form. Drumstick is respected after scoring last time and Beach Point has the figures to get involved, but this feels more a race for improvers than battle-hardened handicappers. Tricky, yes, but not impossible.
Top Selections
1. Impierious – 9/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Mr Henry Callan | Trainer: Tom Clover | Form: 333 | Rating: 67 | Topspeed: 46
There is a bit of upside about Impierious that plenty of these simply do not possess. He has hit the frame on all three starts, the latest sequence of 333 suggesting he is learning his job and edging towards a deserved success. An opening mark of 67 does not look harsh for a 3yo in this sort of company, especially getting in with 150lb against older rivals in an amateur handicap where tactical speed and a bit of improvement can count for plenty. Tom Clover’s runner looks the type to travel well and, at 9/2, he makes more appeal than some exposed alternatives. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. What’s The Plan
Jockey: Mr Eireann Cagney | Trainer: James Fanshawe | Form: 4-4342 | Rating: 71 | Topspeed: 56
What’s The Plan is the each-way angle in a race where consistency should be rewarded. Fanshawe’s 3yo has been running with credit in his handicaps, and that latest second reads well enough in the context of this small-field Class 4. He is not thrown in from 71, but he is dependable, carries just 143lb and has the profile of one who should give you a run for your money again. In a contest featuring a few older horses whose marks look about right, this younger runner still has scope to find a little extra over 1m1f. Even without a quoted price here, he looks the sensible each-way punt. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Impierious is the win play because he is the one with the most obvious untapped potential and a fair-looking mark. What’s The Plan is the safer each-way option on recent consistency and a handy weight. Warning Sign and Drumstick are the main dangers after recent wins, while Epictetus is another who would not surprise if finally getting his turn.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warning Sign | 4/1 | 11/4 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Epictetus | 7/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Arcadian Nights | 33/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Impierious | 9/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 7/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Beach Point | 9/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 17/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Drumstick | 13/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 5/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
17:38 – British Stallion Studs EBF Maiden Stakes (GBB Race)
Race Details: 5f | Class 4 | Going: Round 7.5, sprint 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places on sprint course (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a fairly informative Sandown maiden rather than a throwaway juvenile sprint, with several already showing enough to suggest the winner could be useful. Catching Dreams sets the standard on bare form after finishing second first time up and his 84 rating makes him the obvious one, while Menhaal has also shaped with promise in a couple of starts and is the main form alternative. Elevating is interesting getting weight and already has a runner-up effort to his name, while Crazee In Havana could easily step forward from a debut sixth for a yard that can sharpen them plenty second time. The rest need major improvement, so this feels like a race likely decided by which of the principals finds the most progress rather than a complete surprise.
Top Selections
1. Catching Dreams – 1/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Connor Planas | Trainer: Charlie Appleby | Form: 2 | Rating: 84 | Topspeed: 67
He is the one they all have to beat. A debut second is often a powerful piece of evidence in these 2yo maidens, especially when it comes from the Appleby yard, and his figures back it up nicely with an 84 rating and 67 Topspeed already the joint-best in the field. That tells you he has done more on the track than any of these rather than simply being talked up on stable reputation. Even at even-money he makes plenty of appeal because the profile is solid, the yard excels with juveniles and there is every chance he comes on again for that initial run. Hard to oppose.
Bet: WIN
2. Crazee In Havana – 7/1 with William Hill
Jockey: Oisin Murphy | Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton | Form: 6 | Rating: 67 | Topspeed: 31
If you want something at a backable each-way price, this one makes more appeal than the shorter alternatives. He was only sixth on debut, so the bare form does not scream winner, but juvenile sprinters from this yard can come on sharply for a first sight of the racecourse and the booking of Oisin Murphy catches the eye. Drawn low in stall 2, he could get a handy stalking position over this sharp 5f, and in a nine-runner race that matters. At 7/1, he looks the value against rivals like Menhaal and Elevating, who have a little less juice in their prices for similar upside.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Catching Dreams is the straightforward win play because he brings the best achieved form and the most convincing profile. For an each-way punt, Crazee In Havana makes more appeal than some of the shorter-priced dangers given the likelihood of normal second-start improvement. Menhaal and Elevating are the obvious threats if stepping on again, but the market leader still sets the standard.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Noir | 125/1 | 90/1 | 100/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 | 125/1 (Bet365) |
| Catching Dreams | 1/1 | 10/11 | 10/11 | 10/11 | 10/11 | 1/1 (Bet365) |
| Champagne Charlee | 200/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 | 200/1 (Bet365) |
| Crazee In Havana | 13/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 (William Hill) |
| Kigali | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Menhaal | 5/2 | 2/1 | 9/4 | 2/1 | 5/2 | 5/2 (Bet365) |
| Pulse Of Fire | 11/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 15/2 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Elevating | 11/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Vesper Honey | 125/1 | 90/1 | 100/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 | 125/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Rob Wright | Catching Dreams |
| Ben Morgan | Crazee In Havana |
| Andrew Mount | Menhaal |
18:13 – Chasemore Farm EBF Maiden Stakes (GBB/GBBPlus Race)
Race Details: 1m | Class 3 | Going: Round 7.5, sprint 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places on sprint course (goingstick) | | flat
This is only a four-runner maiden, but it still has an interesting look because the market is dominated by two well-bred debutants from major yards in Flight Tracker and First Law. That immediately puts the pressure on the exposed pair, with Crown Ranger already showing enough in two starts to set a fair standard, while See The Mountain needs a sizeable step forward from a low-key debut. In races like this at Sandown, raw ability often settles matters more than streetcraft, especially over a mile, and the Beckett and Appleby newcomers make plenty of appeal on that front. It is not a deep maiden numerically, but it is a tricky little puzzle because the favourite has to justify strong support first time out.
Top Selections
1. Flight Tracker – 10/11 with Bet365
Jockey: Callum Rodriguez | Trainer: Ralph Beckett | Form: | Rating: | Topspeed:
In a race where the known form is only modest, I am happy to side with the unknown quantity who comes from a yard that does very well with this type. Ralph Beckett is more than capable of readying a useful juvenile for a debut over a mile, and the market has understandably latched on to Flight Tracker as the one to beat. The fact he is favourite in front of an Appleby newcomer tells its own story. This is hardly a race packed with substance, and if he has any of the expected class, 10/11 is perfectly fair rather than cramped. He looks the one with the most upside and is the percentage call.
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple in a four-runner race: Flight Tracker is the win bet and there is no each-way angle worth forcing with only one place on offer. First Law is the obvious danger on stable power and market strength, while Crown Ranger sets the best of the exposed form if the newcomers disappoint.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Ranger | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 (Paddy Power) |
| First Law | 11/10 | 1/1 | 1/1 | 1/1 | 6/5 | 6/5 (William Hill) |
| Flight Tracker | 10/11 | 4/6 | 4/5 | 8/11 | 10/11 | 10/11 (Bet365) |
| See The Mountain | 25/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 20/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
18:48 – Hwfa Williams – Founder Of Sandown Park Handicap
Race Details: 1m 1f | Class 4 | Going: Round 7.5, sprint 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places on sprint course (goingstick) | | flat
This is only a three-runner affair but it is not entirely straightforward, because all three bring bits of form that make them interesting. Interstate has the profile of the unexposed one after just three starts and it is no surprise to see the Gosden runner prominent in the market, while Edwin Hubble has the edge on experience and gets Oisin Murphy in the plate. Elan d’Or is the one with a recent run under his belt and Stuart Williams’ colt was not disgraced when third last time. In a race lacking depth, tactical speed and track position could prove decisive, and with so few runners it may turn into a test of who settles best before quickening. It is a small-field puzzle rather than a deep handicap.
Top Selections
1. Interstate – 10/11 with William Hill
Jockey: Luke Catton | Trainer: John & Thady Gosden | Form: 02-2 | Rating: 96 | Topspeed: 17
Interstate is the obvious starting point and, in a race of this shape, he may simply have the most upside. He has only raced three times, finished second on his last two starts, and an opening mark of 96 could easily prove workable if this son of a top yard takes the expected step forward now switched into handicap company. The bare Topspeed figure is unconvincing, but that is less of a concern with such a lightly raced 3yo, especially from the Gosden stable, which knows exactly how to place this type. Available at 10/11, he is short enough, but he still looks the one they all have to beat. Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple in a three-runner race: Interstate is the win bet. There is no each-way angle at all with only one place on offer, and that makes this a straight match in effect. Edwin Hubble is the main danger on ratings and experience, while Elan d’Or is respected if the race turns tactical, but Interstate is the percentage call.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate | 4/5 | 8/11 | 8/11 | 8/11 | 10/11 | 10/11 (William Hill) |
| Edwin Hubble | 9/4 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 9/4 | 9/4 (Bet365) |
19:23 – BetMGM 80s Day Saturday 29 August Handicap
Race Details: 7f | Class 4 | Going: Round 7.5, sprint 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places on sprint course (goingstick) | | flat
This may be only a six-runner handicap, but it is a tight little affair rather than a weak one. The 3yos look to have a particularly strong hand, with Ascending Star and Thursday Girl both arriving as progressive types, while Desert Shadow comes here off a win and is hardly easy to dismiss for Oisin Murphy and Saeed bin Suroor. Lunario also has a recent success to his name, though this demands a bit more. The key to it may simply be who has the most upside at 7f on quick ground, and on that front Ascending Star stands out. Thursday Girl is admirably consistent and gets plenty of weight, which keeps her firmly in the reckoning. It is competitive, but not impossible to solve.
Top Selections
1. Ascending Star – 2/1 with William Hill
Jockey: Callum Rodriguez | Trainer: Owen Burrows | Form: 33-13 | Rating: 93 | Topspeed: 84
Ascending Star makes most appeal. He already brings the best Topspeed figure in the field, his mark of 93 says plenty in this grade, and his 3yo profile still suggests there is more to come. That latest third did not dent his claims for me at all; if anything, it confirmed he remains on the upgrade after getting off the mark the run before. Burrows does well with this type of steadily improving handicapper, and 7f on fast ground around Sandown should suit a horse with a bit of tactical pace. At 2/1 with William Hill, he is short enough in a small field, but still the most solid win proposition. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Thursday Girl – 7/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Kieran Shoemark | Trainer: Ed Walker | Form: 5-2221 | Rating: 94 | Topspeed: 81
Thursday Girl is the obvious one to fear most and she makes plenty of each-way appeal, limited though those terms are in a six-runner race. Her profile is rock-solid: second three times on the bounce before getting her head in front last time, and that sequence suggests a filly thriving with racing rather than one who has already shown her hand. She gets in here off 127, receives weight from the older horses and has already run to a level that makes her very dangerous in this company. Ed Walker’s runners often progress nicely through the summer and 7/2 with Bet365 looks fair if you want a safer alternative to the favourite. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Ascending Star is the main play and looks the likeliest winner in a race where the younger legs could dominate. Thursday Girl is the each-way option, chiefly because her consistency and weight pull make her very reliable in a small, competitive field. Desert Shadow is the obvious danger after his latest win, while Lunario needs respecting if building on that recent revival.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Shadow | 9/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 5/2 (William Hill) |
| Tavana | 12/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Sunny Smile | 20/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Ascending Star | 15/8 | 13/8 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 2/1 | 2/1 (William Hill) |
| Lunario | 6/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 (William Hill) |
| Thursday Girl | 7/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| The Data Detective | Ascending Star |
| The Guardian | Ascending Star |
| The Brigadier | Ascending Star |
| Garry Owen | Thursday Girl |
19:58 – Community Fund For Elmbridge Handicap
Race Details: 1m | Class 5 | Going: Round 7.5, sprint 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places on sprint course (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a small-field handicap where the market may have it right, but it is not completely straightforward. Great Blasket arrives off a win and is the clear class act on official figures, so it is easy to see why he is such a short price, especially with Oisin Murphy booked. Still, six-runner races at Sandown can turn tactical and that gives the others at least some hope if the tempo gets messy. Kodi Fire is in decent nick after a win and a solid second, while Amused has been knocking on the door and is weighted to be competitive. Bubbles Wonky is consistent enough without looking obviously ahead of the assessor, and the other pair need to bounce back. Not a deep Class 5 by any means, but there is enough opposition to make the favourite earn it.
Top Selections
1. Great Blasket – 8/13 with Bet365
Jockey: Oisin Murphy | Trainer: James Owen | Form: 943761 | Rating: 90 | Topspeed: 67
Great Blasket is hard to oppose in a race of this nature. He comes here off the back of a victory, has the highest rating in the field, and looks the one with the most solid recent profile in a modest contest. The 6lb rise asks a question, but this is only a six-runner Class 5 and there is not much lurking with untapped upside among his rivals. Murphy is a notable booking for a yard that places them well, and this horse has enough tactical pace to hold a handy position if they dawdle early. At 8/13 he is no gift, but he is the likeliest winner and still the percentage call. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Amused – 13/2 with William Hill
Jockey: Callum Rodriguez | Trainer: Jim Boyle | Form: -02002 | Rating: 85 | Topspeed: 76
If you want to play against the favourite for a bit of value, Amused makes most appeal. He has not been getting his head in front, but the recent form line of 0-0-2 suggests he is knocking loudly enough and his topspeed figure of 76 is one of the better efforts on offer here. Carrying 129, he receives useful weight from the principals and does not need to find masses to be involved again. Boyle’s runner looks the type to travel well and pick up late if this turns into a proper test rather than a crawl. At 13/2 he shapes as the sensible each-way punt in a race lacking depth beyond the market leader. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Great Blasket is the obvious win play and the one to keep on side despite cramped odds, because he sets the standard and this does not look a strong Class 5. For a second angle, Amused is the each-way option at a fairer price given his recent placed efforts and light weight. Kodi Fire is the main danger if building on his latest second.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kodi Fire | 11/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Bubbles Wonky | 8/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| H Key Lails | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 (William Hill) |
| Great Blasket | 8/13 | 8/15 | 8/15 | 8/15 | 1/2 | 8/13 (Bet365) |
| War Chant | 16/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Amused | 6/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 (William Hill) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Whistler | Great Blasket |
Sandown Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Point | 3 | 2 | 66.67% | 66.67% |
| Warning Sign | 4 | 2 | 50% | 75% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mr David Dunsdon | 5 | 2 | 40% | 100% |
| Connor Planas | 14 | 4 | 28.57% | 28.57% |
| Luke Catton | 13 | 3 | 23.08% | 46.15% |
| Marco Ghiani | 54 | 9 | 16.67% | 29.63% |
| Oisin Murphy | 494 | 74 | 14.98% | 43.12% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Sandown:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Appleby | 219 | 52 | 23.74% | 50.68% |
| John & Thady Gosden | 167 | 36 | 21.56% | 44.91% |
| Luke Dace | 15 | 3 | 20% | 33.33% |
| Fergal O’Brien | 96 | 19 | 19.79% | 45.83% |
| Ralph Beckett | 141 | 25 | 17.73% | 38.3% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Sandown racing tips for Thursday 6th August 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 Sandown today?
The first race at Sandown on Thursday 6th August 2026 goes off at 17:00, with 6 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Sandown today?
The going at Sandown is reported as Round 7.5, sprint 7.2) (watering) (rail movements (Good to firm, good in places on sprint course (goingstick).
How many races are at Sandown today?
There are 6 races on the card at Sandown today, running from 17:00 through to 19:58.
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