Our Southwell racing tips cover all 8 races on the card today, Thursday 21st May 2026. The action gets underway at 17:23 and runs through to 21:00, with going reported as Standard (Tapeta).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Fantasy Obsessor boasts a 33.33% strike rate from 3 runs at the track, Mr Simon Walker has been in fine form here with 6 wins from 15 rides, Harry Derham’s yard sends out runners with a 40% 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 Southwell
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Southwell over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bettinggods.com | bettinggods.com | 17 | 11 | 64.71% | 76.47% |
| Mercury | Daily Post | 10 | 6 | 60% | 80% |
| Ratings Hub | attheraces.com | 10 | 5 | 50% | 80% |
| insidetraxs.co.uk | insidetraxs.co.uk | 34 | 14 | 41.18% | 76.47% |
| Computeform | The Racing App | 30 | 11 | 36.67% | 63.33% |
17:23 – Free Tips On attheraces.com Amateur Jockeys’ Handicap
Race Details: 1m 3f | Class 5 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This doesn’t look a deep Class 5 by any means, but it is the sort of amateur riders’ handicap where recent momentum counts for plenty. Sisterandbrother arrives off a win and is the obvious starting point, while Arth’s Gold also comes here on the back of a success and has the profile of one who could still be ahead of the assessor despite a 4lb rise. Green Team has been knocking on the door without quite getting his head in front, and St Just In Time is interesting on the return after an absence for a yard that can place one well. With Pleasant Man a non-runner, the race has thinned slightly, but it still feels competitive enough underneath the principals. In truth, this looks more tricky than strong.
Top Selections
1. Arth’s Gold
Jockey: Mr Simon Walker | Trainer: Richard Hannon | Form: 537201 | Rating: 61 | Topspeed: 47
Arth’s Gold is the one I want on side. He got off the mark last time and did it in the manner of a horse who has finally worked things out, rather than one who simply fell into a weak race. An opening mark in this sort of grade always made him interesting, and even off 61 there is every chance he has a bit more to offer over this trip. Simon Walker is a major asset in these races and, in a field lacking many solid stayers in form, that booking catches the eye. He has fewer miles on the clock than most of these and looks the likeliest progressive sort. Bet: WIN
2. Green Team – 10/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Miss Grace Littmoden | Trainer: Nick Littmoden | Form: 604624 | Rating: 59 | Topspeed: 42
Green Team has become a bit frustrating, but he keeps giving himself a chance in this grade and that makes 10/1 look fair enough for each-way purposes. His recent sequence suggests he is holding his form well, and a mark of 59 is certainly workable if things fall right in the straight. He doesn’t have the sexy profile of Arth’s Gold, but he does have the dependable handicapper’s habit of turning up and running his race. In an amateur event, that reliability counts for plenty. If the favourite underperforms or the race gets messy tactically, Green Team is the type to pick up the pieces and hit the frame at least. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Arth’s Gold is the win play because he looks the one open to further improvement and has a top amateur booked. Green Team is the each-way angle at 10/1, with his consistency giving him a solid chance of making the three. Sisterandbrother is the obvious danger after last-time-out success, while St Just In Time is the dark horse if returning ready enough.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Just In Time | 13/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Green Team | 10/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Sisterandbrother | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 (Bet365) |
| Olivia Jane | 20/1 | 16/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Wrist Art | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Freewheelin | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
17:57 – Follow @attheraces On Instagram Handicap
Race Details: 4f | Class 5 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This is a proper Southwell dash where track position, gate speed and a willingness to keep finding over the bare minimum trip will matter more than anything flashy on paper. A few arrive with solid enough recent form without looking bombproof, which makes it competitive rather than classy. Cayman Tai has been knocking loudly on the door and looks tailor-made for a race like this from a handy draw, while J Street has the strongest Topspeed figure in the field and could easily step forward from his seasonal return. Fantasy Obsessor is another with claims after shaping better last time, and Westgate Warrior is the sort to give his running again. Tricky, yes, but not impossible to solve if you trust the sharper recent sprint form.
Top Selections
1. Cayman Tai – 7/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Seamus Cronin | Trainer: Richard Hannon | Form: 552532 | Rating: 79 | Topspeed: 74
He’s becoming expensive to follow if you’ve been with him all spring, but this looks another very workable opening and he makes most appeal as the win play. Those recent figures tell the story: he keeps turning up, keeps running his race and isn’t far away. In a race lacking much certainty, that reliability counts for plenty. Stall 3 looks a positive over this trip, and if he breaks cleanly he should get the run of things rather than having to recover ground in a race where there’s no time to waste. At 7/2 with Bet365, he doesn’t scream bargain, but he does look the percentage call. Bet: WIN
2. J Street – 9/2 with Betfair
Jockey: Joanna Mason | Trainer: Michael & David Easterby | Form: 7028-6 | Rating: 81 | Topspeed: 78
There’s a bit more risk attached here, but also enough upside to make him the each-way angle. He posted the best Topspeed figure in the field and his return from a break can be marked up slightly if it brings him on for this. The Easterby yard knows how to place these sprinters, and Joanna Mason is more than capable of delivering one late if the pace collapses. He’s not quite as straightforward as Cayman Tai, but 9/2 with Betfair makes him interesting in a race where several of these are exposed at the trip. If he sharpens up for that comeback, he’s right in the mix. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Cayman Tai is the sensible win bet because he brings the steadiest recent profile and looks well drawn for a 4f scrap. J Street makes more appeal as the each-way punt on the strength of his Topspeed and the likelihood of improving for his latest run. The main dangers are Fantasy Obsessor from stall 1 and the consistent Westgate Warrior, while Shalaa Asker is not dismissed either.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hover On The Wind | 14/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Cayman Tai | 7/2 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| J Street | 4/1 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Betfair) |
| Toomuchforme | 40/1 | 35/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Shalaa Asker | 7/1 | 9/1 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 9/1 (Betfair) |
| Fantasy Obsessor | 4/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 7/2 | 5/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Peregrine Falcon | 7/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Westgate Warrior | 11/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Popular Dream | 14/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Man On A Mission | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Rory Paddock | Cayman Tai |
| Matt Polley | J Street |
18:30 – Free Bets On attheraces.com Maiden Stakes (GBB Race)
Race Details: 1m | Class 4 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This is a fascinating maiden rather than a straightforward one, with a few expensive-looking 3yos taking on two battle-hardened older maidens in Lone Warrior and Mehmas Champion. Roger Varian throws plenty at it, headed by the obvious form horse Affettuoso, while Kahin is likely to be popular for William Haggas despite a low-key debut. King Of Thebes has the most solid racecourse profile among the unexposed colts after two placed efforts, and Harmonics is another entitled to come on a bundle for his first run. The shape of the race suggests improvement will decide it more than bare form alone, and that makes it slightly tricky from a betting angle. Even so, Affettuoso sets the standard and looks the one they all have to beat.
Top Selections
1. Affettuoso – 9/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Ray Dawson | Trainer: Roger Varian | Form: 52- | Rating: 79 | Topspeed: 34
Affettuoso is the percentage call. He shaped with clear promise in two starts last season, improving from fifth to second, and that level of form already puts him right at the head of this field. Varian’s 3yos are usually well drilled for these all-weather maidens and the fact he returns over a mile on Tapeta looks a sensible move rather than a shot in the dark. He doesn’t need to find dramatic improvement to win, merely the normal amount from two to three, and at 9/4 he is short enough but still fair in a race full of guesswork behind him. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. King Of Thebes – 9/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Connor Planas | Trainer: Charlie Appleby | Form: 33 | Rating: 76 | Topspeed: 51
King Of Thebes makes plenty of each-way appeal at the prices. Two runs, two thirds, and there was enough in both efforts to think a maiden of this type is well within reach. He has already shown he can hold a position and see his race out, which is more than can be said for several of the sexier unexposed types, and Appleby runners in these novice and maiden events always command respect. The official mark of 76 leaves him with a bit to find on paper with Affettuoso, but not masses, and 9/1 looks a workable each-way punt given his solid profile and likely professionalism. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Affettuoso is the win play because he brings the best established 3yo form and looks the most likely improver. King Of Thebes is the each-way angle in a 13-runner field, as his placed form gives him a strong chance of hitting the frame again. The obvious dangers are Kahin, who could leave his debut well behind, and Harmonics, who should step forward for the Gosden yard.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lone Warrior | 11/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 9/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Mehmas Champion | 12/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Affettuoso | 9/4 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 2/1 | 9/4 (Bet365) |
| Eljowhary | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Golden Buddy | 16/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Harmonics | 8/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 17/2 (Paddy Power) |
| Intsaar | 17/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Kahin | 3/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 10/3 | 5/1 (Paddy Power) |
| King Of Thebes | 9/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Levens Hall | 14/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Mostaan | 28/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Renovator | 40/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Sunnie Jim | 80/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 80/1 (Bet365) |
19:00 – Follow @attheraces On X Maiden Fillies’ Stakes (GBB Race)
Race Details: 1m | Class 4 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This looks a fair maiden rather than a deep one, and the shape of it is pretty obvious: Royal Fanfare sets the standard by some distance on the figures after a promising debut second, while Dream Camp and Lightning Glory bring the most solid alternative pieces of racecourse form. Brunhilde and Halimede come from yards fully capable of readying one first time, so they add a layer of intrigue, but they are being asked to beat a filly who has already posted a rating of 90. Around Southwell’s Tapeta mile, tactical position and professionalism matter, and that should suit those with experience. It is not an impossible puzzle, but the market leader makes plenty of appeal and the value angle may lie in siding with one of the proven fillies each-way behind her.
Top Selections
1. Royal Fanfare – 4/5 with Betfair
Jockey: Robert Havlin | Trainer: John & Thady Gosden | Form: 2 | Rating: 90 | Topspeed: 79
She is hard to oppose on what we have seen. That debut second is comfortably the best piece of form on offer in this field, and a mark of 90 with a Topspeed of 79 already puts her clear of these rivals. The Gosdens do not need much introduction in this sort of race, and Robert Havlin is exactly the man you want aboard an inexperienced filly expected to take a step forward. Drawn in stall 1, she should get a neat trip if breaking on terms, and odds around 4/5 look perfectly fair rather than cramped given the weakness of much of the opposition. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Lightning Glory – 7/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Hollie Doyle | Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford | Form: 4 | Rating: 81 | Topspeed: 71
If you are looking beyond the obvious one, Lightning Glory makes most appeal as the each-way play. Her debut fourth was a perfectly respectable start, and the fact she emerged from it with an 81 rating and 71 Topspeed suggests there is substance there rather than just stable hype. The Crisford team are excellent with progressive fillies, and Hollie Doyle is a positive booking in a race where track position could count for plenty. At 7/1 she does not need to improve massively to get into the frame, and any normal second-start progress would put her firmly in the shake-up behind the favourite. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Royal Fanfare is the straight win bet and the one with the clearest form edge. For a bit more value, Lightning Glory makes sense as the each-way option in an 11-runner field with three places on offer. Dream Camp looks the main danger among those with experience, while Brunhilde is the debutante worth noting if the market speaks positively.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Tulip | 40/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Brunhilde | 11/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Dream Camp | 6/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Halimede | 14/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Hunting Berries | 125/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 125/1 (Bet365) |
| Lightning Glory | 7/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Regal Desire | 40/1 | 30/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Royal Fanfare | 8/11 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 8/11 | 4/5 (Betfair) |
| Sound Gloria | 28/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| South Beach | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Topathemorning | 11/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Mercury | Royal Fanfare |
| Newmarket | Royal Fanfare |
| The Brigadier | Royal Fanfare |
19:30 – attheraces.com/marketmovers Restricted Novice Stakes (For horses In Bands A, B, C And D) (GBB Race)
Race Details: 7f | Class 4 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This is a fascinating little novice rather than a deep one, with six unraced 2yos and a market that already suggests the principals are fairly easy to identify. Crown Ranger, Choreography and Guadalevin look the trio the layers fear most, while Sea Idol comes from a yard that knows exactly how to bring one along patiently. In these restricted events, weight can play a part and Cash Cove and Parioca receive plenty from the colts, which keeps things interesting if either is streetwise first time up. Still, over 7f at Southwell, professionalism and the ability to travel on this Tapeta surface usually count for plenty. It looks a race where the market should be respected, but there may still be a bit of value lurking just behind the obvious favourite.
Top Selections
1. Crown Ranger – 3/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Marco Ghiani | Trainer: Marco Botti | Form: | Rating: | Topspeed:
Botti is more than capable of readying a juvenile first time, and Crown Ranger makes plenty of appeal in a race lacking any solid experience edge. The draw in stall 1 should suit a colt who can get organised early, and Ghiani is a very reliable booking in these sharp all-weather novice events. He is not the shortest in the betting, but 3/1 with Bet365 appeals given this yard often places its better-bred youngsters sensibly before moving them on. In a contest full of guesswork, he looks the runner most likely to have the right blend of class and professionalism from the gates. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Sea Idol – 13/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Jack Gilligan | Trainer: Sir Mark Prescott Bt | Form: | Rating: | Topspeed:
You never dismiss a Prescott newcomer lightly, especially when the market gives a little encouragement, and Sea Idol looks the each-way play in a field where not much separates those behind the front rank. He has to shoulder top weight, which is not ideal for a debutant over 7f, but the stable is adept at sending out well-schooled types who know their job. At 13/2 he is priced as though he has a bit to find on paper, yet this is hardly an intimidating novice and a measured ride could see him pick off one or two less streetwise rivals late on. He looks the value each-way punt. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Crown Ranger is the win angle in a race where the market should be a fair guide and his stable-jockey combination inspires confidence. For an each-way alternative, Sea Idol makes more appeal than some of the shorter-priced rivals at 13/2. Choreography and Guadalevin are the obvious dangers, with the former especially looking the one most likely to punish a slow start from the selection.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Idol | 13/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Choreography | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 5/2 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Crown Ranger | 3/1 | 5/2 | 11/4 | 5/2 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| Guadalevin | 4/1 | 18/5 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Cash Cove | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Parioca | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
20:00 – Free Race Replays On attheraces.com Handicap (Div I)
Race Details: 7f | Class 6 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This looks a modest enough Class 6 where plenty arrive with questions to answer, so it may not take a world-beater to win it. Adelaide Bay heads the market on official figures and has slipped to a workable mark if the change back to this sort of company helps, but his recent form is hardly bombproof. Fort Augustus makes more appeal on what he has done lately, having at least shown he can get his head in front, while Just King High is one of the more interesting each-way angles now dropped in the weights and drawn low. Veterans Nubough and Amaysmont are capable on their day but don’t look the easiest to trust, and the rest need to find more. Tricky rather than deep, but there are still a couple to latch onto.
Top Selections
1. Fort Augustus – 10/3 with Bet365
Jockey: Jason Watson | Trainer: Charlie Wallis | Form: 742616 | Rating: 71 | Topspeed: 53
Fort Augustus is hardly bombproof, but in a race full of inconsistent types his recent profile is one of the more convincing. He won two starts back and backed that up with a respectable sixth, so at least arrives in some sort of nick, which is more than can be said for a few of these. A mark of 71 asks a question, but not an impossible one in this grade, and Jason Watson is the sort you want in a tactical 7f handicap around here. Available at 10/3, he looks the percentage call rather than an exciting one, but this isn’t the race to get too clever. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Just King High – 11/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Rhys Clutterbuck | Trainer: Ross Burdon | Form: -92289 | Rating: 66 | Topspeed: 57
Just King High makes plenty of each-way appeal if you’re looking beyond the obvious pair at the head of the market. The last twice have been underwhelming, but he had been knocking on the door beforehand with a couple of seconds, and his Topspeed figure of 57 is actually the best in the field. He’s now down to a mark of 66, gets a handy low draw in stall 3, and this doesn’t look a race packed with progressive younger legs. At 11/2, he looks the value play against more fashionable rivals, especially if he can bounce back to the level of those earlier efforts. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple here. Fort Augustus is the solid win play because he brings the most convincing recent form into a weakish contest. Just King High is the each-way punt at 11/2, with his earlier placed form and best-in-field Topspeed giving him a fair shot at the frame. Adelaide Bay is the obvious danger if the market has it right, but he’s short enough for one with so little recent spark.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nubough | 13/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 (Paddy Power) |
| Amaysmont | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Paddy Power) |
| Fort Augustus | 10/3 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
| Highfield Jewel | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Betfair) |
| Adelaide Bay | 11/4 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 9/4 | 15/8 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Billyjoegold | 7/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 (Paddy Power) |
| Just King High | 11/2 | 9/2 | 11/2 | 5/1 | 4/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| My Mate Beattie | 40/1 | 35/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Lil Wade | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
20:30 – Free Race Replays On attheraces.com Handicap (Div II)
Race Details: 7f | Class 6 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This doesn’t look a deep Class 6 by any means, but it is the sort of Southwell handicap where the draw, the early position and a bit of tactical patience could make all the difference. South Kensington sets the standard on ratings and comes here on the back of a solid second, while Turbo Command arrives with similarly persuasive recent form and doesn’t have much to find at the weights. Sanditon is better than his recent figures suggest if the switch back to this sort of level sparks him, but he’s become hard to trust. King Sharja has bits and pieces of form that give him a squeak, yet this still feels like a race revolving around the two at the head of the market. Not a strong contest, but not a total minefield either.
Top Selections
1. South Kensington – 6/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Jamie Spencer | Trainer: Adam Kirby | Form: 1-5692 | Rating: 70 | Topspeed: 60
South Kensington is the obvious starting point and, in truth, he’s going to be hard to oppose in a race of this nature. He ran well to finish second last time, that effort bringing him right back into focus, and a mark of 70 still gives him a bit of class edge in this field. Stall 1 is no bad place to be around here over 7f if Spencer can get him settled and delivered late. He hasn’t been the most straightforward profile in recent months, but this is weak enough for him to capitalise. At 6/4 he’s short, yes, though still the likeliest winner. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Turbo Command – 10/3 with Betfair
Jockey: Cam Hardie | Trainer: Alison Hamilton | Form: 35-592 | Rating: 65 | Topspeed: 44
Turbo Command is the each-way angle in a race where plenty of these have obvious holes in their profiles. The nine-year-old may not have much upside, but he does know how to run his race at this level and that recent second says he’s still very capable of making his presence felt. Off 65, he is only 5lb shy of the favourite on official figures and his recent consistency is more appealing than most of these. Cam Hardie should be able to keep things uncomplicated from stall 4, and 10/3 looks fair enough if you think the market has this as more of a two-horse race than it really is. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
South Kensington is the win play because he brings the strongest recent form, the best figures in the field and a good inside draw. For those wanting a bit more insurance, Turbo Command makes plenty of each-way appeal given his latest second and overall reliability in this grade. Sanditon is the obvious danger if bouncing back, but he needs a leap of faith.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Kensington | 6/4 | 6/4 | 6/4 | 6/4 | 6/4 | 6/4 (Bet365) |
| King Sharja | 6/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Megaphone | 16/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Sanditon | 13/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Turbo Command | 3/1 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 3/1 | 10/3 (Betfair) |
| No News | 18/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Paddy Power) |
| The Cutest | 20/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 14/1 | 25/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Lowestoft | 11/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Vecchio | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 (Betfair) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Marlborough | South Kensington |
21:00 – Sky Sports Racing Sky 415 Handicap
Race Details: 6f | Class 6 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This is a competitive little Class 6 sprint rather than a weak finale, with several arriving in decent nick and not much between them on the figures. Bomb Squad is the obvious starting point after a rock-solid recent sequence, while Daytona Lady has been thriving for Ruth Carr and looks sure to be popular again after another good effort last time. Big Apple Jack shaped well on his return and could easily build on that, while Mu Mu Land and Tommy McJohn both have enough recent form to make the frame if things drop right. At the other end, a few look a bit too inconsistent to trust. In a race where current sharpness should count for plenty, it may be decided by who gets the cleanest run rather than raw ability alone.
Top Selections
1. Daytona Lady – 4/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Joanna Mason | Trainer: Ruth Carr | Form: 76-313 | Rating: 75 | Topspeed: 67
Daytona Lady is the one I want on side. She has been running like a mare in really good order, winning two starts back and then backing that up with a solid third, and that recent form reads at least as well as anything in here. Her topspeed figure of 67 is right up there, she is well berthed in stall 4, and Joanna Mason is a positive booking for this sort of contest where track position matters. At 4/1 she is no giveaway, but she looks the most solid blend of current form and reliability in a race full of little doubts. Bet: WIN
2. Big Apple Jack – 8/1 with Paddy Power
Jockey: Lewis Chalkley | Trainer: Michael & David Easterby | Form: 8470-2 | Rating: 77 | Topspeed:
Big Apple Jack makes plenty of each-way appeal after returning with a second, a run that suggested he should strip fitter here. He is one of the joint highest-rated runners in the field, yet gets in with just 132, and if that comeback has brought him forward as expected he is weighted to play a major role. Stall 11 is not ideal over 6f at Southwell, but he has enough ability to overcome it if the race is run to suit. In a race where the front end of the market is fairly tight, 8/1 looks a fair each-way price on one who could easily take a step forward. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Daytona Lady is the straightforward win play because she brings the cleanest recent profile and looks very likely to run her race again. For an each-way punt, Big Apple Jack appeals as one who can improve from his seasonal return and is priced generously enough to back with three places on offer. Bomb Squad is the obvious danger, while Mu Mu Land is another worth respecting.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iconic Times | 6/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Daytona Lady | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Watermelon Sugar | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Bomb Squad | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 7/2 | 4/1 (Sky Bet) |
| One More Dream | 22/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Big Apple Jack | 15/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Albert Cee | 11/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Mu Mu Land | 8/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Kyoto | 16/1 | 14/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 18/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Forever Noah | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Sky Bet) |
| Tommy McJohn | 13/2 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 9/1 (Betfair) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Moorestyle | Daytona Lady |
| Karl Hedley | Daytona Lady |
| Jim Delahunt | Daytona Lady |
| The Punt | Mu Mu Land |
Southwell Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fantasy Obsessor | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 33.33% |
| Albert Cee | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 66.67% |
| Bomb Squad | 17 | 4 | 23.53% | 52.94% |
| Turbo Command | 13 | 3 | 23.08% | 61.54% |
| Shalaa Asker | 14 | 3 | 21.43% | 50% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Simon Walker | 15 | 6 | 40% | 60% |
| Robert Havlin | 355 | 66 | 18.59% | 38.87% |
| Paddy Bradley | 55 | 10 | 18.18% | 38.18% |
| Rhys Clutterbuck | 50 | 9 | 18% | 46% |
| Jamie Spencer | 53 | 9 | 16.98% | 45.28% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Southwell:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Derham | 20 | 8 | 40% | 65% |
| Charlie Appleby | 49 | 16 | 32.65% | 57.14% |
| John & Thady Gosden | 98 | 28 | 28.57% | 59.18% |
| Adam Kirby | 7 | 2 | 28.57% | 42.86% |
| Roger Varian | 136 | 37 | 27.21% | 55.88% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Southwell racing tips for Thursday 21st May 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 Southwell today?
The first race at Southwell on Thursday 21st May 2026 goes off at 17:23, with 8 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Southwell today?
The going at Southwell is reported as Standard (Tapeta).
How many races are at Southwell today?
There are 8 races on the card at Southwell today, running from 17:23 through to 21:00.
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