Our Wolverhampton racing tips cover all 6 races on the card today, Tuesday 5th May 2026. The action gets underway at 18:30 and runs through to 21:00, with going reported as Standard (Tapeta).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Zipwire boasts a 50% strike rate from 4 runs at the track, Oisin Murphy has been in fine form here with 129 wins from 576 rides, Roger Varian’s yard sends out runners with a 24.71% 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 | 22 | 14 | 63.64% | 77.27% |
| The Score | Racing TV | 11 | 5 | 45.45% | 72.73% |
| Whistler | Sunday Telegraph | 18 | 8 | 44.44% | 72.22% |
| Garry Owen | Daily Record | 19 | 8 | 42.11% | 78.95% |
| Robin Goodfellow | Daily Mail | 41 | 15 | 36.59% | 70.73% |
18:30 – Download The Raceday Ready App Apprentice Handicap
Race Details: 1m | Class 6 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This is not a deep Class 6 by any means, but it does look competitive enough for the opener. Bossy Parker arrives in the best recent nick and has obvious claims after a solid fourth last time, while Shielas Well has been threatening to do something similar and is easy to see in the finish again. Street Dancer has become a bit expensive to follow, though stall 1 gives him every chance if he can travel a little sweeter, and Prince Ali is one of the more credible bigger-priced runners after shaping better on his latest start. Devious Devan and Al Baahy need to bounce back, while Fumbleinthejungle looks badly up against it on the figures. Tricky rather than strong, and tactical positioning could matter plenty around here.
Top Selections
1. Bossy Parker – 3/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Matthew Lloyd Slater | Trainer: Tony Culhane & Stella Barclay | Form: 532514 | Rating: 66 | Topspeed: 58
Bossy Parker looks the percentage call in a race lacking much depth. He has been holding his form well, with that sequence reading far better than most of these, and his latest fourth was perfectly respectable in the context of this grade. An official mark of 66 leaves him right in the mix, and his Topspeed figure is one of the better numbers on offer here too. From stall 6 he should have options rather than being forced into one style, and at 3/1 with Bet365 he makes more appeal than some shorter-priced, less reliable types in similar races. He holds strong claims if reproducing his recent level.
Bet: WIN
2. Prince Ali – 6/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Zoe Lewis | Trainer: Thomas Faulkner | Form: 9-7873 | Rating: 67 | Topspeed: 54
Prince Ali is the each-way play at a price because he at least comes here off a run that hinted the fire still burns. That latest third was a step back in the right direction after a string of ordinary efforts, and in a modest race like this it does not take much improvement to hit the frame again. He is not obviously well treated off 67, but he is at least weighted to be competitive on older form and his Topspeed stacks up respectably enough. The wide draw in 8 is not ideal, yet at 6/1 with Bet365 he looks the value each-way punt if that most recent effort has rebuilt a bit of confidence.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Bossy Parker is the win bet because he brings the most solid current form into a race where several arrive with questions to answer. Prince Ali is the each-way alternative at 6/1, especially with three places on offer in an eight-runner field. Shielas Well and Street Dancer are the obvious dangers, but neither looks bombproof at the prices.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devious Devan | 14/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Betfair) |
| Al Baahy | 8/1 | 6/1 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Prince Ali | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Shielas Well | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Bossy Parker | 3/1 | 11/4 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| Street Dancer | 11/4 | 11/5 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Fumbleinthejungle | 40/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Moorestyle | Al Baahy |
19:00 – Get Raceday Ready Fillies’ Restricted Novice Stakes (Bands B, C And D) (GBB Race)
Race Details: 1m | Class 5 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This doesn’t look the deepest novice you’ll see at Wolverhampton and, on paper, it revolves around a handful of unexposed 3yos. Bintaziza brings the standout piece of form after making a winning debut and sets the standard on a mark of 80, so she’s the obvious one they all have to beat. Wosta is the unknown quantity for the Gosdens and Oisin Murphy, which automatically makes her interesting, while Guesstimate has a bit more substance to her profile than the bare latest run suggests. Romance Spirit has shown ability without quite getting it done, and the older mare Symphony’s Song looks up against it on figures. It’s not an especially strong race, but it is a potentially informative one with the favourite solid rather than bombproof.
Top Selections
1. Bintaziza – 8/11 with Betfair
Jockey: Ray Dawson | Trainer: Roger Varian | Form: 1 | Rating: 80 | Topspeed: 50
There was plenty to like about Bintaziza’s debut success and, crucially in a race like this, she has already shown she can get the job done under pressure. An opening rating of 80 puts her clear of these on established form and that gives her a very obvious edge in a restricted novice lacking much depth. Roger Varian’s fillies often progress with racing, and if she takes the expected step forward from first to second start, the rest may simply be playing for places. At around 8/11 she isn’t a giveaway, but she is still hard to oppose given what she has already achieved. Bet: WIN
2. Wosta – 7/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Oisin Murphy | Trainer: John & Thady Gosden | Form: | Rating: | Topspeed:
If you’re looking beyond the favourite for an each-way angle, Wosta is the one that makes the most appeal. She lacks experience entirely, but that’s also the point: in a seven-runner novice with a few exposed rivals, an unraced Gosden filly over a mile at Wolverhampton is the type you don’t want to underestimate. The draw in stall 1 should help Murphy keep things simple, and the market has already taken a respectful view at around 7/2. She doesn’t need to be a world-beater to hit the frame here, and there’s every chance she’s better than the bare form of several of these. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Bintaziza is the straight win play because she has the best form in the book and the highest rating to back it up. For those wanting a bit more value, Wosta is the each-way punt on potential rather than proof. Guesstimate is the danger if bouncing back from a modest reappearance, while Romance Spirit has place claims but looks a shade more exposed.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bintaziza | 4/6 | 8/11 | 8/11 | 8/11 | 8/13 | 8/11 (Betfair) |
| Romance Spirit | 11/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Guesstimate | 11/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Wosta | 7/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Golden Mabel | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 (Bet365) |
| Midnight Media | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| The Brigadier | Bintaziza |
19:30 – Free Digital Racecard At raceday-ready.com Handicap
Race Details: 1m 1f | Class 5 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This is only a four-runner affair but it is not a bad little 3yo handicap, with all four arriving with at least some sort of case. Tinsel heads the market after signing off last season with a win and has the assistance of Tom Marquand, while Lexington Express is the solid, race-fit option after winning again on his latest start. Zipwire has been admirably consistent and his inside draw could help in a tactical contest, whereas Mimi’s Magic still has a bit to prove despite a fair reappearance. In a small field like this, pace and positioning may matter as much as raw ability, and there is not loads between the principals on official figures. Still, Lexington Express looks the one with the most convincing current profile.
Top Selections
1. Lexington Express – 3/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Marco Ghiani | Trainer: Marco Botti | Form: -35121 | Rating: 78 | Topspeed: 62
Lexington Express gets the nod because he is the one bringing properly progressive handicap form into the race. His figures of -35121 suggest he has learned his job quickly, and that latest win backs up the impression of a colt still moving forward rather than one already exposed. An official mark of 78 is the highest in the field, yet he carries just 132, and his Topspeed figure matches the best on offer here. Marco Ghiani is a positive booking in these small-field tactical races and Botti’s 3yos on the all-weather always command respect. At 3/1 with Bet365, he looks the value against a short-priced favourite returning from a break.
Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple in a four-runner race: Lexington Express is the win bet. The price is fair enough given his recent profile and he makes more appeal than Tinsel at shorter odds. There is no each-way play in a field this small. Tinsel is the obvious danger, while Zipwire could get first run if this turns tactical from stall 1.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zipwire | 10/3 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 10/3 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
| Lexington Express | 3/1 | 5/2 | 11/4 | 5/2 | 11/4 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| Tinsel | 5/4 | 6/5 | 6/5 | 6/5 | 6/5 | 5/4 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| RP Ratings | Lexington Express |
| Marlborough | Tinsel |
20:00 – Download The Racecourse App Raceday Ready Handicap
Race Details: 7f | Class 6 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This is not a deep Class 6 by any means, but it does look a fairly competitive 3yo handicap with several arriving with similar profiles. Amber Hamur and Apex Star sit near the head of the market after encouraging recent efforts, while Musical Soldier is interesting from stall 1 now dropped into this grade with Hollie Doyle booked. Amazing Anita has bits of form that give her a squeak too, though the wide draw asks a question over this 7f. Plenty of the rest have had chances already and look exposed for the level, which should help narrow it down. In a race where tactical position and a bit of improvement will count for plenty, I’d much rather side with those who hinted at more last time than the habitual disappointments.
Top Selections
1. Apex Star – 4/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Marco Ghiani | Trainer: William Knight | Form: 875-3 | Rating: 61 | Topspeed: 52
There was a lot more to like about Apex Star’s seasonal return than the bare finishing position. He shaped as though this sort of trip on Tapeta would suit and, crucially, he comes here after his best run yet, finishing third and looking as if a mark of 61 is workable. In a race full of horses who have already shown their hand, he appeals as one of the few with proper scope to step forward again. Marco Ghiani is a positive booking in these races and stall 7 is perfectly serviceable. At 4/1, he isn’t a giveaway, but he still looks the most likely winner if building on that comeback.
Bet: WIN
2. Poetic Grace – 9/1 with Paddy Power
Jockey: Connor Planas | Trainer: Conrad Allen | Form: 009-4 | Rating: 64 | Topspeed: 47
Poetic Grace is the each-way angle in a race where plenty of the obvious ones are short enough. Her latest fourth was a definite step back in the right direction after three lesser efforts, and she did at least show enough there to suggest she can be competitive from this sort of mark. Stall 4 gives Connor Planas options and, in a race lacking solid depth, that piece of renewed promise makes her more interesting than a few around her in the betting. The 9/1 with Paddy Power catches the eye because she doesn’t need to find masses to hit the frame, and there may still be a little more to come at this trip.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Apex Star is the straight win play after shaping like a horse ready to capitalise on his mark. For an each-way punt, Poetic Grace makes more appeal than some of the shorter prices in a 12-runner race with four places on offer. Amber Hamur is the obvious danger, while Musical Soldier could get involved if the inside draw is used well.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evolve | 14/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Apex Star | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Amber Hamur | 4/1 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Power Of Chora | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Amazing Anita | 6/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Bear Steps | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Castlekeely | 8/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Pink Diamond Girl | 16/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Musical Soldier | 6/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Amakhala | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| East India Breeze | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Poetic Grace | 17/2 | 17/2 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 (Paddy Power) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Kieran McHugh | Apex Star |
20:30 – Tips For Every Race At raceday-ready.com Handicap
Race Details: 5f | Class 6 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This is a fairly ordinary Class 6 sprint, but it is not a bad little betting race. Kento brings the most convincing recent profile after a string of solid efforts, while Black Cab arrives on the back of two respectable placed runs and looks well enough treated to get involved again. Tomarlo is the awkward one in the line-up: his recent form figures are uninspiring, but that standout Topspeed mark of 66 says there is ability there if Ollie Sangster can coax him back to life. Colors Of Freedom is reliable without being obviously ahead of the handicapper, and Trust Sergei has a low draw to help if breaking sharply. In a race lacking depth, recent sharpness and track position should decide it.
Top Selections
1. Kento – 7/2 with Betfair
Jockey: Rossa Ryan | Trainer: Tony Carroll | Form: 221313 | Rating: 67 | Topspeed: 55
Kento is the one I want on side because he is doing very little wrong at this level and his recent form reads best in the race. Those figures of 221313 scream consistency, and he comes here after another creditable placed effort off a mark of 67. Tony Carroll’s sprinters are often busy and hardy, and this five-year-old fits that mould perfectly. Stall 4 looks workable, Rossa Ryan is a notable booking in a race of this nature, and he simply looks the runner most likely to give his running. At 7/2, he is no giveaway, but he still makes plenty of appeal in a weakish contest.
Bet: WIN
2. Black Cab – 6/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Saffie Osborne | Trainer: Alison Hamilton | Form: 489-23 | Rating: 65 | Topspeed: 59
Black Cab looks the value play if you want an each-way punt. He has shaped encouragingly on his last two starts, finishing second and third, and those runs suggest he is ready to strike in a race no stronger than this. The mark of 65 looks manageable, and he gets in with just 129lb, which is a plus in a sharp 5f where small margins matter. Draw 3 should help him hold a handy position, and Saffie Osborne is well capable of delivering him late if they go hard. With two tipsters already siding his way and 6/1 available, he makes plenty of sense as the solid alternative to the favourite.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Kento is the percentage call and the straightforward win bet in a race where recent consistency counts for plenty. Black Cab is the each-way option at a fairer price, especially with his latest two runs pointing the right way. Tomarlo is the obvious danger if bouncing back, while Colors Of Freedom should be thereabouts again without screaming value.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lismacbryan Hill | 8/1 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 6/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Trust Sergei | 13/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Tomarlo | 3/1 | 5/2 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| Kento | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 (Betfair) |
| Black Cab | 6/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Colors Of Freedom | 11/2 | 9/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Vault Of Heaven | 9/1 | 17/2 | 17/2 | 8/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Isla Bella | 12/1 | 9/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Dean Kilbryde | Black Cab |
| Jason Heavey | Black Cab |
21:00 – Get The Inside Track With raceday-ready.com Fillies’ Handicap
Race Details: 6f | Class 5 | Going: Standard (Tapeta) | | flat
This is a tight little six-runner fillies’ handicap rather than a race full of hidden depth, but it still looks competitive enough. Magna arrives chasing a hat-trick and is the obvious one after back-to-back wins, while Moostar has been knocking on the door and looks very solid in this grade. So Sassy has ability but is becoming expensive to follow, and Daytona Lady comes here on the back of a recent success with the best Topspeed figure in the field. Court Drive and Skellig Isle are not without hope in a race this small, but both need a bit more. Tactically, this could be decided by who gets the cleanest run at the right time, and in a field of six that often makes it a slightly trappy puzzle rather than a penalty kick.
Top Selections
1. Moostar – 11/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa | Trainer: James Owen | Form: 023-23 | Rating: 78 | Topspeed: 68
Moostar is the percentage call. She has not got her head in front recently, but those placed efforts read well in the context of this race and she is running to a dependable level. The form figures of 023-23 tell you she is thereabouts every time, and a mark of 78 still looks workable given she does not have much to find with the principals. Silvestre De Sousa is the sort you want in a tactical six-runner sprint around here, and at 11/4 she makes more appeal than some because she looks the least likely to underperform. If this sets up for a late pounce, she has strong claims. Bet: WIN
2. Daytona Lady – 9/2 with Bet365
Jockey: James Sullivan | Trainer: Ruth Carr | Form: 376-31 | Rating: 80 | Topspeed: 71
Daytona Lady is the each-way angle in a race where the market may focus a bit too heavily on the obvious pair. She returned to winning form last time and that 71 Topspeed is the best figure on offer here, which immediately gives her a serious chance if backing it up. Ruth Carr’s sprinters are often worth respecting in these sharp all-weather handicaps, and this mare has enough pace to hold a handy position before trying to grind it out. At 9/2 she looks a fair each-way punt, especially with some rivals shorter in the market having slightly shakier recent profiles. She is not flashy, but she is definitely in the mix. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Moostar is the win play because she brings the steadiest recent profile and looks sure to run her race again. Daytona Lady is the each-way alternative at a slightly bigger price, with her latest win and strong Topspeed figure giving her a solid chance of hitting the frame. Magna is the obvious danger after two wins, while So Sassy has the ability to get involved if finally putting it all together.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| So Sassy | 7/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Magna | 11/4 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 11/4 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Moostar | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 5/2 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Skellig Isle | 9/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Daytona Lady | 9/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Court Drive | 7/1 | 11/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Andrew Mount | Moostar |
| Newmarket | Skellig Isle |
Wolverhampton Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zipwire | 4 | 2 | 50% | 75% |
| Daytona Lady | 9 | 3 | 33.33% | 44.44% |
| Magna | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 33.33% |
| Lexington Express | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 100% |
| Kento | 11 | 3 | 27.27% | 63.64% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oisin Murphy | 576 | 129 | 22.4% | 49.48% |
| Toby Moore | 5 | 1 | 20% | 40% |
| Rossa Ryan | 948 | 189 | 19.94% | 44.2% |
| Jack Mitchell | 930 | 155 | 16.67% | 42.26% |
| Jack Callan | 38 | 6 | 15.79% | 28.95% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Wolverhampton:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roger Varian | 433 | 107 | 24.71% | 57.27% |
| John & Thady Gosden | 125 | 30 | 24% | 51.2% |
| James Owen | 242 | 50 | 20.66% | 41.74% |
| Tony Culhane & Stella Barclay | 21 | 4 | 19.05% | 38.1% |
| William Haggas | 173 | 32 | 18.5% | 44.51% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Wolverhampton racing tips for Tuesday 5th 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 Wolverhampton today?
The first race at Wolverhampton on Tuesday 5th May 2026 goes off at 18:30, with 6 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 6 races on the card at Wolverhampton today, running from 18:30 through to 21:00.
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