Our Wolverhampton racing tips cover all 7 races on the card today, Monday 1st June 2026. The action gets underway at 18:00 and runs through to 21:00, with going reported as Standard (Tapeta).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Romantic Spirit boasts a 50% strike rate from 6 runs at the track, Conor Whiteley has been in fine form here with 3 wins from 13 rides, Saeed bin Suroor’s yard sends out runners with a 30.65% 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 Wolverhampton
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Wolverhampton over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bettinggods.com | bettinggods.com | 24 | 15 | 62.5% | 75% |
| Whistler | Sunday Telegraph | 17 | 8 | 47.06% | 76.47% |
| The Score | Racing TV | 11 | 5 | 45.45% | 72.73% |
| Garry Owen | Daily Record | 19 | 8 | 42.11% | 78.95% |
| The Brigadier | punterslounge.com | 33 | 12 | 36.36% | 75.76% |
18:00 – Get Raceday Ready Handicap
Race Details: 7f | Class 6 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This is a proper Wolverhampton handicap rather than a race packed with upside, and that usually means recent course-style form and a good draw matter more than grand theories. South Kensington arrives off a win and is entitled to be prominent again from stall 3, while Thapa Vc has been knocking on the door and looks sure to be popular with Oisin Murphy booked. Lessay is another with a handy low draw and a recent second that reads well enough for this grade, while Fistral Beach has been admirably consistent without looking bombproof. It is not a deep Class 6 by any means, but it is a tricky enough puzzle because plenty of these are exposed and closely matched on ratings. The market principals make sense, though I would still rather side with one who looks well positioned tactically.
Top Selections
1. South Kensington – 10/3 with Bet365
Jockey: Robert Havlin | Trainer: Adam Kirby | Form: -56921 | Rating: 70 | Topspeed: 61
He makes plenty of appeal in a race where not many arrive with obvious momentum. That latest win put a bit of substance behind his profile after a few lesser efforts, and the key thing here is that he is drawn in 3, which gives Robert Havlin options over this 7f around Wolves. Off just 1lb lower than Thapa Vc despite beating this sort of opposition from a lower mark last time, he still looks fairly treated. Adam Kirby’s runner is not one to call wildly progressive, but in this grade you do not need to be. Available at 10/3 with Bet365, he looks the solid percentage call. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Lessay – 17/2 with Bet365
Jockey: David Nolan | Trainer: Patrick Morris | Form: 745072 | Rating: 71 | Topspeed: 65
Lessay is the each-way play because there is enough in his recent profile to think he can get involved again, and stall 1 is a definite plus in a race where several rivals are marooned wider than ideal. He ran well in second last time, and his Topspeed figure of 65 is one of the better numbers on offer here, suggesting he still retains enough ability to be competitive in a Class 6 of this nature. David Nolan is the kind of rider you want on a hold-up or stalking type in these races, and at 17/2 with Bet365 he looks a fair each-way punt rather than a speculative one. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
South Kensington is the win bet after scoring last time and emerging with a good low draw again. Lessay makes more appeal than most for the each-way angle, especially with four places on offer and stall 1 in his favour. Thapa Vc is the obvious danger with Oisin Murphy booked, while Fistral Beach is respected as another who should run his race.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thapa Vc | 3/1 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 11/4 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| Cooramook | 28/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Betfair) |
| South Kensington | 10/3 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 11/4 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
| Fistral Beach | 17/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Good Karma | 9/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 16/1 (Betfair) |
| Punchbowl Flyer | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 18/1 (Betfair) |
| Lessay | 17/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Reputation | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Amaysmont | 12/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Fircombe Hall | 12/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Happier | 28/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| West Country | Rosemary’s Rose |
| Farringdon | Thapa Vc |
18:30 – Download The Raceday Ready App Fillies’ Handicap
Race Details: 1m 1f | Class 5 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This is a fairly typical Wolverhampton fillies’ handicap in that there are several with plausible claims and not many you could call bombproof. Wave Rock arrives on the back of a win and is the obvious one to beat, but she is short enough in a race where the 3yos could easily have more upside than the exposed older fillies. La Kosmos, Quilt and Alkumatic Jo Jo all come from that younger brigade and look the interesting angle, while Romantic Spirit has enough back form to get involved if bouncing back. Draws are not everything over this trip here, but a decent early position usually helps, so low numbers for Alkumatic Jo Jo and La Kosmos catch the eye. Tricky rather than deep, and I’d rather side with potential than exposed handicap form.
Top Selections
1. Alkumatic Jo Jo – 7/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Jonny Peate | Trainer: Ivan Furtado | Form: 32-562 | Rating: 71 | Topspeed:
She makes plenty of appeal in a race where the 3yos could be the ones still ahead of the assessor. Alkumatic Jo Jo has been knocking on the door, and that latest second suggests she is ready to strike off this mark. Stall 1 is no bad place to be at Wolverhampton if Jonny Peate can hold a handy position, and this step up to 1m1f looks worth exploring given the way she has been finishing her races. Ivan Furtado’s horses often do well around here and she looks more solid than the price implies. At 7/1, she looks the value against a favourite who may be a shade short enough. End product still needed, but the chance is obvious. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. La Kosmos – 5/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Harry Vigors | Trainer: Alan King | Form: 64-7 | Rating: 68 | Topspeed: 53
La Kosmos is the slightly more speculative play, but she is exactly the type worth considering each-way in this sort of contest. She is lightly raced, gets in here with just 123, and the opening mark of 68 could easily underestimate her if that latest run was simply needed after a break. Alan King does well when placing these types and a low draw in stall 2 is another plus if she can travel comfortably just behind the pace. The market has kept her onside and 5/1 is not massive, but in an 11-runner field with three places it still makes sense as an each-way punt. There may be more to come now handicapping over this longer trip. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Alkumatic Jo Jo is the win bet at 7/1, because she looks progressive, well drawn and ready to cash in. La Kosmos is the each-way alternative with her low weight and scope for improvement now entering handicap company. Wave Rock is the obvious danger after her latest win, while Romantic Spirit is capable of better than she showed last time if rediscovering her earlier form.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suhub | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Betfair) |
| Romantic Spirit | 7/1 | 15/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 (Betfair) |
| Pearly Squirrel | 14/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Phaedra | 20/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 (Betfair) |
| Imola | 7/1 | 6/1 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Wave Rock | 3/1 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| Alkumatic Jo Jo | 7/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Silky Lass | 8/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 (Betfair) |
| Semper Femina | 11/1 | 17/2 | 9/1 | 15/2 | 9/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Quilt | 7/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| La Kosmos | 5/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 7/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Chris Wright | Alkumatic Jo Jo |
| talkSPORT 2 | Romantic Spirit |
19:00 – Enjoy Summer Racing At Wolverhampton Racecourse Handicap
Race Details: 1m | Class 6 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This is a proper Wolverhampton handicap puzzle rather than a race packed with obvious winners. Asian Journey brings the most persuasive recent profile and has the inside draw to work from, while Age Of Time arrives in good nick after a string of solid efforts without quite getting his head in front. Plenty of these are exposed at the grade, which makes track position and pace likely to matter. Scenario and King Of Speed are well berthed if they can break sharply, while wider stalls make life tougher for the likes of Book Of Life and Relevant Range. Hachiman is interesting after shaping a bit better last time and Rory Delargy has latched onto him, but this still looks a race where consistency and a good draw could count for plenty.
Top Selections
1. Asian Journey – 3/1 with William Hill
Jockey: Tom Marquand | Trainer: Sam England | Form: 323545 | Rating: 71 | Topspeed: 67
Asian Journey is the percentage call. He has been knocking on the door in races of this nature, his form figures are honest, and that topspeed mark of 67 is one of the stronger pieces on offer in this field. Stall 1 is a major plus over this mile if Tom Marquand can hold a handy position, and in a race full of hard-knocking exposed handicappers, that blend of consistency and draw advantage is hard to ignore. He is not especially well treated if you want to be ultra-critical, but at 3/1 he still looks the runner with the fewest questions to answer. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Hachiman – 14/1 with Bet365
Jockey: James Sullivan | Trainer: Ruth Carr | Form: 7-7983 | Rating: 71 | Topspeed: 50
Hachiman is the each-way play at a much bigger price. The bare figures do not scream certainty and stall 11 is not ideal, but his latest third was at least a step back in the right direction after a quiet spell. Ruth Carr’s horses can pop up in these low-grade handicaps when the market has lost interest, and James Sullivan is well used to getting one into a rhythm from an awkward pitch around here. He needs to build on that latest run, no question, but in a race where plenty have been taking turns to disappoint, 14/1 makes him a fair each-way punt for the four places. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Asian Journey is the solid win bet: consistent, well drawn and running in the right grade. For an each-way alternative, Hachiman makes more appeal than most at the prices after a better effort last time and with four places on offer. Age Of Time is the obvious danger if again produced late, while Book Of Life is another who could get involved despite a rotten draw.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaming Light | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 10/1 | 17/2 | 10/1 (Sky Bet) |
| Luminous Warrior | 15/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| Asian Journey | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 3/1 | 3/1 (William Hill) |
| Age Of Time | 8/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Hachiman | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Terries Royale | 11/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Relevant Range | 18/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Alex Belardo | 9/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 17/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Book Of Life | 17/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| King Of Speed | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Hashtagnotions | 12/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Seconds Count | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Scenario | 9/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Rory Delargy | Hachiman |
19:30 – Race And Rest At The Holiday Inn Maiden Stakes (GBB Race) (Div I)
Race Details: 1m | Class 4 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This looks a pretty informative maiden for Wolverhampton, even if the market may make it seem straightforward. Hungarian sets the standard on what he has already achieved, bringing a fair bit more substance than most after several solid efforts and a lofty mark of 84. The obvious threat is Al Qatem, a well-bred newcomer from Saeed bin Suroor’s yard with Oisin Murphy booked, and the betting is telling you to take him seriously. Hozam is another debutant with a powerful profile, while Ramli is the older runner with actual placed form and could make his presence felt if the 4lb age allowance for the three-year-olds doesn’t prove decisive. It’s not a deep maiden, but it is a slightly tricky one because the best exposed form meets some expensive-looking unknowns.
Top Selections
1. Hungarian – 9/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Kaiya Fraser | Trainer: Lemos De Souza | Form: 2534-3 | Rating: 84 | Topspeed:
Hungarian is the one with the clearest body of work and, in a maiden full of guesswork, that counts for plenty. He returned with another solid placed effort to add to a sequence that already reads well enough for this level, and an official mark of 84 gives him a definite edge on known form. The wide draw in 11 is not ideal around here, but over a mile on Tapeta it is hardly a terminal problem if he breaks cleanly and gets into a rhythm. At 9/4 he is not exactly hidden from the market, but he still looks the percentage call against several rivals learning on the job. Bet: WIN
2. Ramli – 7/1 with Paddy Power
Jockey: Kyle McHugh | Trainer: Nick Littmoden | Form: 53 | Rating: 74 | Topspeed: 58
Ramli is the each-way angle because he has at least shown he can cope with race conditions and his latest third suggested there is a race in him if things fall right. He is a four-year-old taking on younger legs, which is not ideal under these terms, but that also means he brings a touch more maturity than some of the unexposed three-year-olds. Drawn in stall 2, he should be able to hold a handy position, and in a race where a few of the sexier names are entirely unproven, 7/1 makes appeal for those wanting something with a bit more solidity. He may not have Hungarian’s upside, but he looks a sensible each-way punt. Bet: EACH-WAY
Danger: Al Qatem is the obvious fly in the ointment if the market confidence around the bin Suroor newcomer proves justified.
Betting Strategy
Hungarian is the win play because he brings the strongest established form and sets a fair standard for a Wolverhampton maiden. Ramli makes more appeal than some of the shorter-priced unknowns as an each-way option, especially from a good draw. The big danger is Al Qatem, while Hozam is another debutant who would be no surprise if he outran his inexperience.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramli | 13/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Rua Mor | 125/1 | 110/1 | 110/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 125/1 (Bet365) |
| Al Qatem | 6/4 | 7/5 | 6/4 | 11/8 | 11/8 | 6/4 (Bet365) |
| Golden Buddy | 20/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Hozam | 11/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Hungarian | 9/4 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 9/4 | 9/4 (Bet365) |
| Minerality | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| Mithridates | 12/1 | 9/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Venetian Lion | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Kaiko | 200/1 | 200/1 | 200/1 | 200/1 | 200/1 | 200/1 (Bet365) |
| Rajiba | 12/1 | 11/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Paddy Power) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Jeffrey Ross | Hungarian |
20:00 – Race And Rest At The Holiday Inn Maiden Stakes (GBB Race) (Div II)
Race Details: 1m | Class 4 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This looks a maiden with a very obvious shape to it. King Of Earth brings the standout level of achieved form on a mark of 87 and, for all he’s had his chances, that sets a proper standard in this field. Seven Sisters is the one who could make him work, having shaped with promise when second on debut, while Marquessofanglesey also enters the argument after a solid third last time. Behind those, it gets murkier. Malika has a bit more upside than her bare figures suggest and the Crisford debutant Raggaas is entitled to market respect, but several of the older horses have already shown their limitations. It’s not a deep maiden for the grade, but there are enough unexposed three-year-olds to stop it being a complete penalty kick.
Top Selections
1. King Of Earth – 4/5 with Bet365
Jockey: Tom Marquand | Trainer: William Haggas | Form: 2-24 | Rating: 87 | Topspeed:
He is becoming expensive to follow, but this is plainly the best piece of form on offer. Runner-up twice before finishing fourth last time, King Of Earth has been contesting stronger races than most of these and his mark of 87 towers over the field. Draw 11 is not ideal around here, but over this mile on Tapeta Marquand should have time to organise him, and Haggas runners in these maidens are rarely hanging around for long. At 4/5 he is no great secret and certainly not a flashy price, but sometimes the right call is the obvious one. He sets the standard and anything close to his previous level should be enough. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Malika – 20/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Oisin Murphy | Trainer: Andrew Balding | Form: 4-5 | Rating: 64 | Topspeed: 39
If you want one at a price to hit the frame, Malika makes more appeal than most. She has not achieved anything like the favourite yet, but there was enough in those first two runs to suggest she can step forward now tackling a mile, and stall 1 is no bad place to start from at Wolverhampton if Murphy can hold a handy position. Balding’s three-year-olds often improve with racing, and this filly is far less exposed than some of the older battlers in here. The 20/1 on offer with Bet365 looks a touch dismissive in a race where the places could open up quickly behind the principals. She’s the each-way play. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple: King Of Earth is the win bet because he has the clearest and strongest form in the book. For a bit of value, Malika appeals each-way from a good draw with Oisin Murphy booked and likely improvement still to come. Seven Sisters is the obvious danger to the favourite, while Marquessofanglesey also has claims if building on his latest third.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cy Twombly | 66/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| Vino Sauro | 25/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 18/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Be Hopeful | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Fiefdom | 66/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| King Of Earth | 4/5 | 8/11 | 4/5 | 4/6 | 4/5 | 4/5 (Bet365) |
| Marquessofanglesey | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Raggaas | 11/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Retro Rocket | 100/1 | 80/1 | 70/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 (Bet365) |
| Halimede | 100/1 | 80/1 | 66/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 (Bet365) |
| Malika | 20/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Seven Sisters | 2/1 | 15/8 | 7/4 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Melissa Jones | King Of Earth |
| The Duke | King Of Earth |
20:30 – Free Digital Racecard At raceday-ready.com Classified Stakes
Race Details: 5f | Class 6 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This is the sort of low-grade 5f classified where a clean break and a handy draw can matter every bit as much as raw ability. A Lott Of Kane brings the most persuasive recent form after getting off the mark and, as a 3yo getting weight from his older rivals, he makes plenty of appeal despite stall 10 not being ideal. Charging Bull has been knocking on the door and arrives with figures that suggest he should be right in the mix again, while Colors Of Freedom is better berthed than most and has enough track-speed to get involved if things fall right. Blue Jay Way is respected on past winning form but has a tricky widest draw, so this looks a mildly tricky puzzle rather than a race packed with depth.
Top Selections
1. A Lott Of Kane – 3/1 with Paddy Power
Jockey: Joey Haynes | Trainer: Chelsea Banham | Form: 4-3921 | Rating: 59 | Topspeed: 55
He is the obvious starting point. The recent form figures are solid for this level and that latest win suggests he has finally learned how to get the job done rather than merely threaten. A Topspeed of 55 is the best in the field and, in a race where plenty have had their chances, the unexposed 3yo angle is a strong one. Carrying 128 against older exposed sprinters is a definite plus, and Chelsea Banham’s runner looks the one with a bit of momentum behind him. Stall 10 asks a question over 5f here, but at 3/1 he still makes most appeal because his current level is simply stronger than what most of these are bringing. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Charging Bull – 9/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Kyle McHugh | Trainer: Michael Keady | Form: 007283 | Rating: 65 | Topspeed: 42
Charging Bull looks the value each-way play in a race lacking certainty behind the favourite. His recent 2nd and 3rd reads well in the context of this grade, and he at least comes here in better nick than many of these habitual losers. He has the joint-highest rating among those with prices quoted and, while not obviously ahead of the assessor, he is running consistently enough to think another bold show is coming. Kyle McHugh should be able to get him into a sensible early position from stall 7, and at 9/1 he appeals as the solid each-way punt if A Lott Of Kane doesn’t get the breaks from out wide. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
A Lott Of Kane is the win play because he has the best recent profile, the best Topspeed figure and the handy 3yo weight pull. Charging Bull is the each-way alternative at the bigger price, with his recent placed efforts making him look dependable in the context of this race. The main danger may be Colors Of Freedom from stall 1 if able to grab the rail and keep finding.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Jay Way | 13/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Bust A Moon | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Betfair) |
| Charging Bull | 9/1 | 15/2 | 17/2 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Colors Of Freedom | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Lion Ring | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Nad Alshiba Snow | 10/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| She Went Whoosh | 10/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 8/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| A Lott Of Kane | 11/4 | 11/4 | 3/1 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 3/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Yesnia | 12/1 | 11/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Paddy Power) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Stephen Darbyshire | Charging Bull |
21:00 – Get The Inside Track With raceday-ready.com Handicap
Race Details: 6f | Class 5 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This is a proper end-of-card sprint handicap: competitive, a touch messy, and not one to treat as a penalty kick. Initial Blue brings the most persuasive recent profile after a win and a solid second, while Winchurch arrives on the back of a success and is still relatively unexposed at this trip. Havana Sky is interesting from stall 1 with Oisin Murphy booked, and Daytona Lady has enough consistent Tapeta-style form to get involved despite a wider draw. Teardrops is another with claims off a light weight in a race where several are closely matched on ratings. It doesn’t look a deep Class 5, but it is a tricky puzzle because plenty of these have bits and pieces of form that entitle them to a say if things fall right.
Top Selections
1. Initial Blue – 4/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Jack Doughty | Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole | Form: 333172 | Rating: 83 | Topspeed: 74
Initial Blue looks the one with the strongest current credentials. That sequence of figures tells its own story: he has been running well for a while, got his head in front, and backed it up with a runner-up effort rather than bouncing. A topspeed of 74 is one of the better numbers in this field and he doesn’t have to improve much to take a race of this nature. Stall 7 is perfectly workable at Wolverhampton and Jack Doughty keeps the ride on a gelding who seems to be holding his form together better than most of these. At 4/1, he makes plenty of appeal in a race lacking a standout.
Bet: WIN
2. Havana Sky – 5/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Oisin Murphy | Trainer: Ed Dunlop | Form: 02-084 | Rating: 79 | Topspeed: 65
Havana Sky is the each-way angle because there are enough positives here to think he can outrun a few in the market. The recent form figures are not dazzling at first glance, but that latest fourth was a step back in the right direction and this mark of 79 gives him room if he can build on it. The inside draw is a major plus over this sharp 6f, and having Oisin Murphy on board is hardly a negative when the race may be decided by who gets the cleanest trip rather than raw ability. Available at 5/1, he looks a fair each-way punt with four places on offer.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Initial Blue is the win play because he arrives in the best nick and has the recent figures of a horse ready to strike again. Havana Sky is the each-way alternative from a handy low draw with Murphy booked. Winchurch is the obvious danger after last-time-out success, while Daytona Lady and Teardrops also have enough in their profiles to threaten if the race sets up for closers.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winchurch | 9/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Giorgio M | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| Havana Sky | 5/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Beyond Borders | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Fuji Mountain | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Initial Blue | 4/1 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Wodao | 25/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Daytona Lady | 17/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Iconic Times | 16/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Watermelon Sugar | 25/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Teardrops | 9/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Matt Polley | Beyond Borders |
| RP Ratings | Initial Blue |
Wolverhampton Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Romantic Spirit | 6 | 3 | 50% | 83.33% |
| Age Of Time | 4 | 2 | 50% | 75% |
| Wave Rock | 5 | 2 | 40% | 60% |
| Havana Sky | 9 | 3 | 33.33% | 66.67% |
| Daytona Lady | 10 | 3 | 30% | 40% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conor Whiteley | 13 | 3 | 23.08% | 61.54% |
| Oisin Murphy | 590 | 134 | 22.71% | 49.83% |
| Robert Havlin | 774 | 128 | 16.54% | 39.15% |
| Edward Greatrex | 373 | 56 | 15.01% | 34.32% |
| Ethan Tindall | 40 | 5 | 12.5% | 37.5% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Wolverhampton:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saeed bin Suroor | 62 | 19 | 30.65% | 56.45% |
| John C McConnell | 41 | 11 | 26.83% | 48.78% |
| Roger Varian | 436 | 108 | 24.77% | 57.34% |
| Ralph Beckett | 134 | 29 | 21.64% | 49.25% |
| James Owen | 245 | 50 | 20.41% | 42.04% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Wolverhampton racing tips for Monday 1st June 2026. We’ve covered all 7 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 Wolverhampton today?
The first race at Wolverhampton on Monday 1st June 2026 goes off at 18:00, with 7 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Wolverhampton today?
The going at Wolverhampton is reported as Standard (Tapeta).
How many races are at Wolverhampton today?
There are 7 races on the card at Wolverhampton today, running from 18:00 through to 21:00.
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