BEST of the BETS

Princess Royal Stakes (2:25 Newmarket) - MRS SIPPY (11/4) had won a strong Doncaster maiden in a good time on her 2nd start (horses behind her included the Lillie Langtry winner Pilaster). Has improved this season, not disgraced in Lancashire Oaks and won a Listed race in France last time. Doesn’t need to improve a great deal and there is every chance she will improve a bit.

4:15 Downpatrick - NATIVE LASS (3/1) is only 1 from 17, but has been found a good opportunity to win a weak beginners chase after running well in handicaps. She is the clear pick at these weights. Cerealice could be a danger if she takes to jumping fences first time.

7:45 Newcastle - IM DAPPER TOO (11/1) is 6 lbs lower than when 6th of 14 (beaten 7 lengths) in class 4 over 1 mile here earlier in the season. That form gives him a chance, and jockey is riding well showing a level stakes profit over the last month. I have doubts about the drop back to 7 furlongs, not certain that it will suit but as he is a good price I have taken the risk.

8:45 Newcastle - it took SILK MILL BLUE (4/1) 20 races to open his account last time over this c&d. Raised 4 lbs for that but he still looks reasonably well handicapped to go close in a similar race if the wide draw doesn’t prove to be a hindrance.

Good luck.