Our York racing tips cover all 7 races on the card today, Thursday 20th August 2026. The action gets underway at 13:50 and runs through to 17:20, with going reported as 6.1; far side 6.1, centre 6.3, stands’ side 6.1) (watered) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Point Lynas boasts a 33.33% strike rate from 6 runs at the track, Ray Dawson has been in fine form here with 10 wins from 37 rides, Owen Burrows’s yard sends out runners with a 23.08% 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 York
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at York over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ratings Hub | attheraces.com | 10 | 4 | 40% | 70% |
| Lee Sobot | Yorkshire Evening Post | 21 | 8 | 38.1% | 66.67% |
| Fortunatus | Sheffield Star | 20 | 7 | 35% | 55% |
| Garry Owen | Daily Record | 22 | 7 | 31.82% | 59.09% |
| Newmarket | Racing Post | 13 | 4 | 30.77% | 61.54% |
13:50 – Sky Bet Lowther Stakes (Group 2) (Fillies) (IRE Incentive Race)
Race Details: 6f | Class 1 | Going: 6.1; far side 6.1, centre 6.3, stands’ side 6.1) (watered) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick) | | flat
This is a proper Lowther, too: a big, deep field of 19 with several fillies arriving on the up and a few already battle-hardened at Pattern level. Wild Blossom brings the standout figures on official ratings and Topspeed, while Star Of State and Libertango have done little wrong and head the market for obvious reasons. The Irish challenge looks especially strong with Star Of State, Livenka and Big Negotiator all respected, but York’s six furlongs can expose any weakness in a juvenile. Draw talk may develop through the card, yet the main thing here is class allied to tactical pace. It is a strong renewal rather than a guessing game, and I’d rather side with proven quality than hunt for miracles at the bottom of the market.
Top Selections
1. Wild Blossom – 13/2 with William Hill
Jockey: James Doyle | Trainer: K R Burke | Form: 101 | Rating: 120 | Topspeed: 114
She makes plenty of appeal in a race where the obvious ones are all talented but not necessarily bombproof. Wild Blossom already has the best rating in the field and her Topspeed mark of 114 says she has properly smart raw pace for a two-year-old filly. The profile is straightforward too: two wins from three starts, including a decisive latest success that advertised real Group-race ability. Burke knows exactly what is required with juveniles at York and James Doyle is an eye-catching booking. At 13/2 she is not hiding in the market, but that still looks fair for the filly with the strongest established figures. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Shimmering Sun – 20/1 with William Hill
Jockey: Tom Marquand | Trainer: Harry Eustace | Form: 172 | Rating: 108 | Topspeed: 106
If you want one at a bigger price to hit the frame, Shimmering Sun is the one that jumps out. Her form figures are solid, she has already shown she belongs in better company, and that 106 Topspeed mark is right in the mix for a race paying four places. She does not have the fashionable profile of some of the market principals, but she has enough pace for six furlongs and shaped like a filly still progressing when runner-up last time. Tom Marquand is the kind of rider you want in a cavalry charge like this, and 20/1 looks a touch dismissive for one with genuine Pattern-race credentials. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Wild Blossom is the win play because she brings the best blend of ratings, speed and proven class. For an each-way punt, Shimmering Sun makes plenty of sense at the prices with four places on offer. The main dangers are Star Of State, who looks rock-solid, and Libertango, while Livenka is another progressive Irish filly worth respecting.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Regina | 50/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Angels Passing | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Big Negotiator | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Bint Archange | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Crownbreaker | 25/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Crystal Queen | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Desert Sands | 250/1 | 125/1 | 125/1 | 125/1 | 250/1 | 250/1 (Bet365) |
| In The Black | 22/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 (William Hill) |
| Jolivette | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Libertango | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 11/4 | 11/4 (William Hill) |
| Livenka | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 17/2 | 17/2 (William Hill) |
| Love A Giggle | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Miss Kodi | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 (William Hill) |
| Moonrise | 14/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Ruby Moon | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 12/1 | 18/1 (Betfair) |
| Sexy Chick | 100/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 (Bet365) |
| Shimmering Sun | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 (William Hill) |
| Star Of State | 9/4 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 (Betfair) |
| Wild Blossom | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 (William Hill) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Sunday Express | Crownbreaker |
| Mercury | Libertango |
| Matt Polley | Ruby Moon |
| Templegate | Star Of State |
| Mirror Online | Wild Blossom |
| Stephen Darbyshire | Wild Blossom |
| RP Ratings | Wild Blossom |
| Adrian Wall | Big Negotiator |
14:25 – Harry’s Half Million By Goffs (GBB Race)
Race Details: 6f | Class 2 | Going: 6.1; far side 6.1, centre 6.3, stands’ side 6.1) (watered) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick) | | flat
This is a proper sales-race cavalry charge with 22 juveniles hurtling over York’s straight six, so luck in running will matter nearly as much as raw ability. Even so, the shape of the race is pretty clear: Sun Goddess brings the standout figures and arrives with Group-level credentials in all but name, while unbeaten improvers such as Tokaido and Satellite Of Love add a bit of depth. Quillan, Innichen and Where Love Lives also have enough substance to make this more than just a one-horse procession. The market may tell you Sun Goddess is obvious, and it’s hard to argue, but in a field this size there’s room to look for a bigger-priced each-way angle too. Strong race, but not an impossible puzzle.
Top Selections
1. Sun Goddess – 10/11 with Betfair
Jockey: Ryan Moore | Trainer: A P O’Brien | Form: 21211 | Rating: 122 | Topspeed: 108
She sets the standard by a fair margin on the numbers and, more importantly, she’s been backing them up on the track. A mark of 122 and Topspeed 108 tower over this field, and her recent winning sequence suggests she is still progressing rather than merely holding her form. Ryan Moore aboard for Ballydoyle in a juvenile sprint at York is never something to dismiss lightly, and she looks the one they all have to crack. Odds-on in a 22-runner race is never exactly cosy, but 10/11 is still perfectly fair if you think class will rise above the traffic. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Vollering – 22/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Pierre-Louis Jamin | Trainer: Archie Watson | Form: 154362 | Rating: 115 | Topspeed: 111
For an each-way play, Vollering makes plenty of appeal from the foot of the weights. The bare form figures are a bit mixed, but that rating of 115 and a Topspeed figure of 111 jump off the page in the context of this race, especially for one carrying just 123. Drawn in stall 1, she should be able to hold a position on the far side, and Archie Watson’s juveniles are rarely short of pace. At 22/1, you’re being paid to forgive a couple of lesser efforts and trust the stronger pieces of form instead. In a race where plenty are promising but unproven, she looks the value each-way punt. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple: Sun Goddess is the win play because she has the best form, the best figures and the most solid profile. For those wanting to attack the four places, Vollering is the each-way option at a much bigger price and looks well treated at the weights. The obvious dangers are Tokaido and Satellite Of Love, while Where Love Lives is not one to dismiss lightly.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tokaido | 9/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 10/3 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Furturra | 125/1 | 90/1 | 80/1 | 66/1 | 125/1 | 125/1 (Bet365) |
| Mind Those Steps | 150/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 80/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 (Bet365) |
| Where Love Lives | 20/1 | 16/1 | 20/1 | 16/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 (William Hill) |
| The Bookkeeper | 100/1 | 100/1 | 66/1 | 50/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 (Bet365) |
| Sun Goddess | 4/5 | 10/11 | 5/6 | 5/6 | 10/11 | 10/11 (Betfair) |
| Battle Fever | 66/1 | 35/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| Glorious Game | 28/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 16/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Innichen | 18/1 | 14/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 20/1 (Paddy Power) |
| It Dunt Marra | 100/1 | 66/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 (Bet365) |
| Kodiak Breeze | 50/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 22/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Pride Of Toledo | 33/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 20/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Quillan | 22/1 | 20/1 | 16/1 | 12/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Satellite Of Love | 9/2 | 9/2 | 6/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 6/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Secret Society | 100/1 | 66/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 (Bet365) |
| Thebesthasyetocome | 14/1 | 14/1 | 66/1 | 50/1 | 14/1 | 66/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Weekend Roar | 100/1 | 70/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 (Bet365) |
| Niewiadoma | 150/1 | 100/1 | 80/1 | 66/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 (Bet365) |
| Rollthedicebaby | 50/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 (William Hill) |
| Speed Of Sound | 66/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| Vollering | 22/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 18/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Lambourn | Satellite Of Love |
| Marlborough | Where Love Lives |
| Ratings Hub | Sun Goddess |
| Rob Wright | Satellite Of Love |
| Whistler | Pride Of Toledo |
15:00 – Sir Kevin Sinfield 7 In 7 Grand Finale Handicap (Heritage Handicap)
Race Details: 7f | Class 2 | Going: 6.1; far side 6.1, centre 6.3, stands’ side 6.1) (watered) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick) | | flat
This is a proper York heritage handicap: deep, competitive and full of hardened 7f operators mixed with a couple of progressive types who may still be ahead of the assessor. Centigrade is the obvious talking horse after just three starts and a mark of 119, while Bullet Point arrives off a good second and has the profile of one primed by William Haggas for a race like this. The likes of Blue Brother, Cerulean Bay and Mezcala all have the back form to feature if things drop right, and there are enough front-end possibilities to ensure a proper pace. It looks a strong renewal rather than a throw-a-dart puzzle, but the market is unlikely to miss the main angles.
Top Selections
1. Centigrade – 3/1 with Sky Bet
Jockey: Rossa Ryan | Trainer: Ralph Beckett | Form: 21/1 | Rating: 119 | Topspeed:
He is the unexposed one in a race full of older handicappers, and that matters. Centigrade has only had three runs, won twice, and returned from a break to score on his handicap debut, which strongly suggests there is more in the locker than this opening mark has exposed. Beckett is not tilting at windmills in a York heritage handicap and Rossa Ryan is exactly the sort you want on a horse who may need producing late in a big field. At 3/1 with Sky Bet he is no secret, but he still makes plenty of appeal because he could simply be better than these. Bet: WIN
2. Blue Brother – 9/1 with William Hill
Jockey: James Doyle | Trainer: Hamad Al Jehani | Form: /60-48 | Rating: 118 | Topspeed: 104
Blue Brother is interesting because the bare form figures do not scream back him, but there is enough class lurking there to make 9/1 with William Hill worth a second look in a five-place race. He is down to 128, has James Doyle booked, and his topspeed figure of 104 says he still retains plenty of ability. This sort of strongly-run 7f on a fair track could suit him much better than some of the setups he has faced recently, and he is one of the few in here who could easily outrun the current market position. He looks a sensible each-way punt. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Centigrade is the win play because he is the progressive horse in the field and may still be well treated despite top billing in the market. Blue Brother makes more each-way appeal at the prices with five places on offer. The obvious dangers are Bullet Point, who is solid and likely to be popular, and Cerulean Bay, whose York-style handicap form gives him a squeak.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Point Lynas | 16/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Arctic Dawn | 33/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Cerulean Bay | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Centigrade | 5/2 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 3/1 | 5/2 | 3/1 (Sky Bet) |
| The Lost King | 11/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (William Hill) |
| Bullet Point | 7/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Checkandchallenge | 18/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Blue Brother | 15/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 (William Hill) |
| Eternal Force | 14/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Mezcala | 9/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 10/1 | 10/1 (William Hill) |
| Hawksbill | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Mirsky | 50/1 | 35/1 | 35/1 | 33/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Nizam | 25/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Yorkshire | 33/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 25/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Aalto | 16/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Spell Master | 16/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| The Angel King | 25/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 20/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Dave Nevison | The Angel King |
| Jim Delahunt | The Angel King |
| The Duke | Hawksbill |
| talkSPORT 2 | Eternal Force |
| The Judge | Cerulean Bay |
| Postdata | Cerulean Bay |
| Ross Shepherd | Centigrade |
| Rory Delargy | Centigrade |
| The Guardian | Centigrade |
| Tipman Tips | Bullet Point |
| Rockavon | Bullet Point |
| Ian Gaughran | Bullet Point |
| The Brigadier | Centigrade |
15:35 – Legends Global Yorkshire Oaks (Group 1) (Fillies & Mares)
Race Details: 1m 3f | Class 1 | Going: 6.1; far side 6.1, centre 6.3, stands’ side 6.1) (watered) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick) | | flat
This looks a proper Yorkshire Oaks rather than a numbers exercise, with established older-star form taking on a notably talented three-year-old team. Kalpana sets the standard on a lofty 129 and arrives with the strongest raw figures in the field, so she is the obvious one they all have to beat. But it is not a penalty kick. Johanna Walsh gets the age allowance and comes here as a progressive filly with a rating of 125 already, while Minnie Hauk cannot be dismissed despite a slightly underwhelming latest run. Inis Mor is another three-year-old with enough substance to outrun her price. York often rewards balance, rhythm and the ability to quicken off a strong gallop, and that tactical mix makes this a fascinating Group 1 rather than a simple favourite-fest.
Top Selections
1. Kalpana – 6/5 with Betfair
Jockey: Colin Keane | Trainer: Andrew Balding | Form: 71-121 | Rating: 129 | Topspeed: 126
Kalpana is hard to oppose because she brings the best established form, the joint-highest rating and the standout Topspeed figure of 126. That latest win confirmed she remains right at the top of her game, and her profile suggests this 1m3f around York should suit ideally. Andrew Balding has a mare here who looks uncomplicated and genuinely high-class, while Colin Keane is the sort of rider you want in a tactical Group 1. At 6/5 she is not exactly hiding from the market, but this is one of those cases where the obvious answer may still be the right one. She holds the strongest claims on what she has already achieved.
Bet: WIN
2. Inis Mor – 16/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Oisin Murphy | Trainer: David Menuisier | Form: -40132 | Rating: 118 | Topspeed: 118
For an each-way play, Inis Mor makes plenty of appeal at 16/1. She lacks the glamour of some of these, but her figures are not miles away from the principals among the three-year-olds and that Topspeed of 118 says she is no back number. Her recent form has substance, and the way she has been holding it together in decent company suggests she can be competitive if this turns into a proper test. Oisin Murphy is another significant positive in a race where track position and timing will matter. She does not need to improve dramatically to hit the frame, and at the prices she looks the sensible each-way punt against the bigger names.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Keep it straightforward: Kalpana is the win bet because she has the best form in the book and sets the clear standard. For those playing each-way in a nine-runner race with three places, Inis Mor looks overpriced and solid enough to make the frame. Johanna Walsh is the obvious danger, with Minnie Hauk respected but not entirely trusted after her latest effort.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalpana | 1/1 | 6/5 | 1/1 | 6/5 | 1/1 | 6/5 (Betfair) |
| Minnie Hauk | 4/1 | 4/1 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 (William Hill) |
| Tattycoram | 16/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 (William Hill) |
| Earth Shot | 22/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 (William Hill) |
| Inis Mor | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Johanna Walsh | 9/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Legacy Link | 11/1 | 10/1 | 16/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Sparan Nua | 28/1 | 28/1 | 22/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Sugar Island | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Robin Goodfellow | Johanna Walsh |
| Garry Owen | Johanna Walsh |
| Dean Kilbryde | Johanna Walsh |
| On The Nose | Johanna Walsh |
| The Data Detective | Kalpana |
| Glendale | Kalpana |
| Sam Hardy | Kalpana |
16:10 – British EBF & Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes (Listed Race) (Fillies & Mares) (GBBPlus Race)
Race Details: 1m 3f | Class 1 | Going: 6.1; far side 6.1, centre 6.3, stands’ side 6.1) (watered) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick) | | flat
This is a proper Galtres, too: a deep Listed race where the three-year-olds get plenty of weight and arrive with the most upside, but the older mares bring a bit more battle-hardened substance. Morrophore sets the standard on a 116 mark and comes here off another win, while Rhapsody has already shown she belongs at this sort of level. The intrigue, though, is with the younger brigade. A La Prochaine, Vauntingly, Prizeland and the once-raced Without Prejudice all have the look of fillies who could outgrow their current marks. In a 15-runner field on easy enough ground, tactical luck and the ability to settle over this 1m3f will matter. Strong race, but not an impossible puzzle.
Top Selections
1. A La Prochaine – 9/2 with Paddy Power
Jockey: James Doyle | Trainer: Ralph Beckett | Form: 1-34 | Rating: 108 | Topspeed: 87
She makes plenty of appeal in a race where the three-year-olds may just have the edge. Beckett’s filly won first time up, then shaped with considerable promise in better company on both starts this season, and a mark of 108 looks fair rather than flashy. The key angle is the weight: she gets 9lb from the older mares, and that can be decisive in this contest when the younger fillies are progressive enough to use it. James Doyle is a major plus in a race likely to demand patience and timing. At 9/2, she looks the percentage call against rivals with fewer secrets. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Prizeland – 14/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Oisin Murphy | Trainer: Andrew Balding | Form: 1-1252 | Rating: 106 | Topspeed: 91
Prizeland is the each-way play because she brings solid, progressive form without yet looking fully exposed. Her sequence this year suggests she keeps finding for pressure, and that latest second advertised that she can hold her own in a race of this nature. A 106 rating puts her right in the mix getting weight from the older mares, while a Topspeed of 91 says she has enough pace for a truly-run 1m3f at York. Oisin Murphy aboard for Balding is a combination that always commands respect, and 14/1 feels a fair bit bigger than her chance in a race with four places on offer. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Back A La Prochaine to win, as she has the right profile for this race and the weight pull is hard to ignore. Prizeland is the each-way punt at double-figure odds, with enough substance in her form to hit the frame at least. Morrophore is the obvious danger on ratings, while Vauntingly and Without Prejudice are the other three-year-olds with plenty of upside.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashariba | 40/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Club Class | 28/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Merveilleux Lapin | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Betfair) |
| Morrophore | 9/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 (William Hill) |
| Perfect Your Craft | 16/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Rhapsody | 13/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Ryka | 28/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| A La Prochaine | 7/2 | 7/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 7/2 | 9/2 (Paddy Power) |
| Capichera | 80/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 (Bet365) |
| K Sarra | 25/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Betfair) |
| Prizeland | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Summerson | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Sunshine Star | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Vauntingly | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Betfair) |
| Without Prejudice | 13/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| racing-daily.com | Ashariba |
| Spotlight | Vauntingly |
| Karl Hedley | Vauntingly |
| Steve Mullington | Perfect Your Craft |
16:45 – Mews Hotel Ossett EBF Stallions Nursery Handicap
Race Details: 7f | Class 2 | Going: 6.1; far side 6.1, centre 6.3, stands’ side 6.1) (watered) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick) | | flat
This is a proper York nursery: big field, compressed weights and plenty of unexposed 2yos who could easily improve past their marks. Mia Fantasia is obvious near the foot of the weights after contesting stronger company, while Perfect Nation and Weleyff arrive as progressive winners who look well suited by 7f. Rising Tiger has done little wrong in three runs and should be competitive again, and Mirzimaan is another with a smart draw and a top jockey booking to note. The difficulty is separating exposed solid types from the ones still ahead of the assessor, and in a 22-runner handicap that matters. It looks a strong enough renewal for the grade, but definitely one where price sensitivity counts.
Top Selections
1. Mia Fantasia – 7/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Marco Ghiani | Trainer: Hugo Palmer | Form: 136 | Rating: 97 | Topspeed: 80
She makes plenty of appeal on handicap debut. That opening mark of 97 is not a gift in isolation, but she is down on 8st 8lb here and her three runs suggest she has been keeping better company than most of these. The defeat last time does not bother me too much if this has been the target, and Hugo Palmer has a few in here but this one looks the most obvious on quality of form and weight carried. In a race where several are climbing the ladder, Mia Fantasia already brings solid substance and 7/2 is perfectly fair. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Mirzimaan – 10/1 with Bet365
Jockey: William Buick | Trainer: George Boughey | Form: 012 | Rating: 93 | Topspeed: 78
Mirzimaan looks the each-way play in a race where six places are on offer and there is every chance he has more to give. He has done nothing wrong in three starts, the latest second reading well enough for a nursery like this, and a mark of 93 does not look beyond him at all. Buick taking over is an eye-catching angle, and the Boughey yard also runs Perfect Nation, but this one may actually be the better-priced option of the pair. At 10/1, he makes plenty of appeal as a colt who should travel well and still be finishing off strongly. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Mia Fantasia is the win play because her form has a classier look than most and the weight helps. Mirzimaan is the each-way punt at double-figure odds with Buick booked and further progress likely. The main dangers are Perfect Nation and Weleyff, while Rising Tiger is another who would not surprise if he kept finding without quite getting his head in front.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Cigar | 33/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (William Hill) |
| Revels | 17/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 (William Hill) |
| Shadow King | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Perfect Nation | 5/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Soldier Of The Sea | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Weleyff | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Rising Tiger | 6/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Bymiddaytomorrow | 25/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 (William Hill) |
| The Ginger Kid | 12/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Mirzimaan | 10/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Telegraphic | 16/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Caeruleus | 25/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 (William Hill) |
| Mia Fantasia | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Roosike | 28/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Betfair) |
| Koodini | 80/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 (Bet365) |
| High Hazard | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 125/1 | 125/1 (William Hill) |
| Regal Tiger | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Theheatison | 40/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Rbflying | 125/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 125/1 | 125/1 (Bet365) |
| Fasthope | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Newsboy | Mirzimaan |
| Jason Heavey | Mirzimaan |
| West Country | My A’Ali Baba |
| sportinglife.com | Perfect Nation |
| The Punt | Roosike |
| Kieran McHugh | Shadow King |
| Luke Tucker | Soldier Of The Sea |
17:20 – British EBF Fillies’ Handicap
Race Details: 7f | Class 2 | Going: 6.1; far side 6.1, centre 6.3, stands’ side 6.1) (watered) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick) | | flat
This is a proper end-of-card York handicap: deep, competitive and full of lightly raced fillies still on the way up. The obvious starting points are the progressive 3yos, with Starlight Lass arriving on a hat-trick, Albaydaa already battle-hardened in better company and Tryst climbing the ladder after back-to-back wins. Machadadorp and Secret History also bring appealing profiles, while Zooella is another with momentum after two straight successes. The older mares have a job on the figures, though Bellarchi and the relentlessly consistent Woohoo are not easily dismissed. In a 21-runner 7f handicap at York, luck in running and how the race develops will matter, but this still looks a strong race rather than a lottery. I want to side with class and progressive 3yo form.
Top Selections
1. Albaydaa – 13/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Tom Marquand | Trainer: William Haggas | Form: 1-3215 | Rating: 107 | Topspeed: 93
Albaydaa makes plenty of appeal in a race where several arrive with sexy profiles but not many have already shown they can cope with this sort of assignment. Her form figures are solid, she won earlier in the campaign and her latest fifth doesn’t read badly in the context of a hot handicap where she wasn’t disgraced. A mark of 107 looks workable for a Haggas filly who still has scope at 7f, and Tom Marquand is exactly the sort you want around here in a big-field tactical affair. At 13/2 she is no giveaway, but she still looks the percentage call against less exposed but shorter-priced rivals. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Secret History – 12/1 with William Hill
Jockey: Edward Greatrex | Trainer: Ed Walker | Form: -11413 | Rating: 110 | Topspeed: 99
Secret History is the each-way play because she has the right mix of progression and toughness for a race like this. She has already won twice this season, shaped well in defeat and comes here off a respectable third, so the profile is one of a filly holding her form rather than chasing it. The rating of 110 asks another question, but she gets in with just 116 and that can make a big difference in a furious 7f handicap. Ed Walker’s filly doesn’t need to improve bundles to hit the frame, and 12/1 is fair enough in a race where plenty are priced on promise rather than substance. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Albaydaa is the win bet, as she looks the most solid blend of class, recent form and room for further progress. Secret History is the each-way punt at double-figure odds with five places on offer, which makes plenty of sense in a 21-runner handicap. Starlight Lass is the danger if the hat-trick bid survives a big rise in class, while Tryst and Machadadorp are others to respect.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellarchi | 28/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Royal Velvet | 18/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 (William Hill) |
| Mubasimah | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Lam Yai | 16/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Just Call Me Angel | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 (William Hill) |
| Tryst | 17/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 17/2 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Carnival Of Light | 16/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 11/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Bella Lyra | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Oolong Poobong | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Figjam | 33/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Beaujolais Nouveau | 28/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 25/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (William Hill) |
| Caim | 11/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 9/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Albaydaa | 13/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Perfect Part | 28/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Machadadorp | 9/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 9/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Starlight Lass | 11/4 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 3/1 | 3/1 (William Hill) |
| Starfinch | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Secret History | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (William Hill) |
| Cotai Belle | 40/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Woohoo | 20/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 (William Hill) |
| Zooella | 14/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Fortunatus | Albaydaa |
| Ben Morgan | Machadadorp |
| Farringdon | Starlight Lass |
| Lee Sobot | Starlight Lass |
York Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Point Lynas | 6 | 2 | 33.33% | 83.33% |
| Checkandchallenge | 4 | 0 | 0% | 50% |
| Bellarchi | 5 | 0 | 0% | 20% |
| Cerulean Bay | 4 | 0 | 0% | 50% |
| Aalto | 4 | 0 | 0% | 0% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ray Dawson | 37 | 10 | 27.03% | 40.54% |
| Finley Marsh | 8 | 2 | 25% | 50% |
| Dylan Browne McMonagle | 4 | 1 | 25% | 25% |
| Gina Mangan | 4 | 1 | 25% | 25% |
| Colin Keane | 22 | 5 | 22.73% | 45.45% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at York:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owen Burrows | 39 | 9 | 23.08% | 51.28% |
| John & Thady Gosden | 129 | 27 | 20.93% | 41.09% |
| P Twomey | 10 | 2 | 20% | 50% |
| Richard Hughes | 36 | 7 | 19.44% | 38.89% |
| William Haggas | 281 | 54 | 19.22% | 39.5% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our York racing tips for Thursday 20th August 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 York today?
The first race at York on Thursday 20th August 2026 goes off at 13:50, with 7 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at York today?
The going at York is reported as 6.1; far side 6.1, centre 6.3, stands’ side 6.1) (watered) (rail movements (Good, good to soft in places (goingstick).
How many races are at York today?
There are 7 races on the card at York today, running from 13:50 through to 17:20.
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