Newsboy's Expert Selections for Friday's Four Race Meetings
Racing enthusiasts have a packed schedule to look forward to this Friday, with meetings at Exeter, Ayr, Leicester, and Newcastle. Newsboy, the esteemed tipster, has provided his comprehensive selections, headlined by a strong focus on the Newcastle card where he fancies two standout runners.
Newcastle Nap: Fortunate Star Poised for Victory
Fortunate Star is Newsboy's nap of the day, set to run in the Midnite A Next Generation Betting App Classified Stakes at 7.30pm. Trained by Stephen Hanlon, this six-year-old gelding is aiming to follow up a recent impressive victory at Southwell just ten days ago. In that race, sent off at 7-2 in a field of eight, Fortunate Star tracked the leaders before surging to the front over a furlong out, securing a convincing length-and-three-quarter win over Desert Master.
Now, the challenge is to transfer that excellent form from Rolleston to Gosforth Park. It is worth noting that Fortunate Star's two previous visits to the north east have resulted in close seconds in sprint handicaps, indicating a strong affinity for the track. Although he carries a 5lb penalty due to his last-time-out success, the booking of jockey Billy Loughnane for the first time adds a significant boost. Newsboy believes this combination should prove hard to stop, making Fortunate Star a confident selection.
Next Best: Flowstate Returns to Winning Ways
In the BetMGM Supports Safer Gambling Handicap (Division II) at 6.30pm, Flowstate is Newsboy's next best bet. This five-year-old, saddled by David O'Meara, has a proven track record at Newcastle with two previous successes over course and distance. Last Friday, Flowstate ran a creditable fourth behind Packetofbiscuits at Southwell, showing good form.
Newcastle's stiff finish is expected to aid this hold-up merchant's finishing effort, making a return to winning ways highly likely. With these favourable conditions, Flowstate stands out as a strong contender in this competitive handicap race.
Full Friday Selections Across All Meetings
Newsboy has provided detailed selections for all four race meetings, ensuring punters have a complete guide for the day's action.
- Exeter: 1.40 On The Bayou, 2.10 Kingcormac, 2.40 Georgi Girl, 3.10 Sherminator, 3.40 Time To Bite, 4.10 On The Go, 4.43 Ted The Thief, 5.18 Wispit Twob
- Ayr: 2.20 Heads Or Harps, 2.50 La ZouBida, 3.20 Largo Go, 3.50 Plain Moon, 4.20 Kazar Forez, 4.53 Torosay
- Leicester: 2.30 Followcato, 3.00 Eric Carmen, 3.30 Fay Ce Que Voudras, 4.00 Molto Bene, 4.30 Falco Des Pins, 5.03 A Jet Of Our Own
- Newcastle: 4.26 Market House, 5.00 Soul Love, 5.30 Callianassa, 6.00 Golden Strike, 6.30 Flowstate (NB), 7.00 Moyowasi, 7.30 Fortunate Star (NAP), 8.00 Yorkshire Glory, 8.30 Howzak
For those looking to place a double bet, Newsboy recommends combining Fortunate Star and Flowstate, highlighting these two as the key picks from the Newcastle meeting. With expert analysis and thorough research, these selections aim to provide valuable insights for racing fans and bettors alike.
