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Telegraph
25-04-2025
- Sport
- Telegraph
Horse racing tips: Friday April 25
There are seven horse racing meetings taking place across the UK and Ireland today, with two of them having selected contests televised on ITV1. You can watch top action from the Flat season opener at Sandown (1.15-4.45pm), along with jumps races at Perth (1.32-5.00). The other cards are at Limerick (1.42-5.40), Doncaster (1.58-5.20), Kilbeggan (4.20-7.25), Chepstow (4.30-8.05) and Fontwell (5.15-7.47). Our nap of the day comes from the Gordon Richards Stakes at Sandown (2.25pm), where we are backing Royal Champion. Dan Fitch's selection: Odds provided by Betfair and correct at the time of writing. If you already have a Betfair account and are looking for a new bookmaker to use for this week's racing, check out more free bets from the best betting sites, reviewed by our experts. 2.25, Sandown – Class 1 Gordon Richards Stakes (1m 2f) This contest has a competitive lineup this year and we think that the value lies with the seven-year-old ROYAL CHAMPION. Since switching to trainer Karl Burke in December, the gelding is unbeaten, with wins in a Listed race at Lingfield and the Winter Derby Stakes at Southwell. This followed an ill-fated spell earlier in 2024 when he was running in Australia under the tutelage of Anthony and Sam Freedman. Before that move, Royal Champion had looked progressive as a charge of Roger Varian, winning at Newmarket on debut and also enjoying victories at Epsom, Ayr and Royal Ascot.
The Sun
24-04-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Horse racing tips: This 11-1 pick can land the Highland National for a canny trainer
Scroll down for the selections FIVER FLUTTER Horse racing tips: This 11-1 pick can land the Highland National for a canny trainer SUN Racing's Friday picks are below. Back a horse by clicking their odds. LONGSHOT BODHISATTVA (2.05 Perth) He ran a solid race at Downpatrick last time and will appreciate this stiff test of stamina for canny trainer John McConnell. EACH-WAY THIEF STAR CHORUS (1.15 Sandown) He won nicely at Southwell last time and the stable took this race last year. ROYAL CHAMPION (2.25 Sandown) He won the Winter Derby last time and has a fitness edge over some of these rivals. Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – Gamble Aware – Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.
