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Previews/Reports

'I've had this race in mind since he joined us' - can Mirabad strike on his debut for Dan Skelton in Greatwood Hurdle?

Raceday Intel

3.30 Cheltenham: 'I've had this race in mind since he joined us' - can Mirabad strike on his debut for Dan Skelton in Greatwood Hurdle?

'I've had this race in mind for a long time'- Dan Skelton goes on the attack in the Paddy Power Gold Cup

2.20 Cheltenham: 'I've had this race in mind for a long time'- Dan Skelton goes on the attack in the Paddy Power Gold Cup

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Three Paddy Power Gold Cups in a row? Write Paul Nicholls off at your peril

The Big Story

'He's my bet of the weekend' - Richard Birch is all over a 14-1 shot as he picks out the value at Cheltenham's November meeting

Weekend Focus

'There should be plenty more to come' - Richard Birch is keen on chance of unexposed Carlisle hurdler

Pricewise Extra

Richard Birch's play of the day at Carlisle

<h2 data-end="192" data-start="161">What is your Nap of the Day?</h2>Our Nap of the Day is our most confident selection – the single best bet on the day’s racecard, chosen by our top tipsters. In racing circles, a "Nap" is the tipster’s strongest fancy, the horse they believe has the best chance of winning.It’s ideal for punters looking for just one quality bet to follow rather than tackling a full racecard or accumulator. We highlight the Nap early each day, complete with detailed reasoning and race analysis to back it up.<h2 data-end="697" data-start="662">How do Nap of the Day tips work?</h2>Unlike Lucky 15s or accumulators which include multiple selections, the Nap of the Day is a single win tip. It’s simple – one horse, one race, and full focus from our analysts.The Nap is usually picked from the UK or Irish meetings and is based on a combination of:<ul data-end="1103" data-start="971"><li data-end="1000" data-start="971">Recent form and consistency</li><li data-end="1043" data-start="1001">Ideal ground, trip, and track conditions</li><li data-end="1066" data-start="1044">Jockey/trainer stats</li><li data-end="1103" data-start="1067">Market confidence or late whispers</li></ul>You can back it as a single or use it as a strong anchor in your own multiples or Lucky 15s.<h2 data-end="1230" data-start="1199">Why follow a Nap of the Day?</h2>Following a Nap is a great way to keep betting focused and disciplined. It reduces the temptation to overbet and gives you one strong, reasoned chance to root for – with all the homework already done.Our Nap is picked with profit, not popularity in mind. It may be a favourite, but we’re just as likely to go for value horses at bigger prices if we think the edge is there.It’s ideal for:<ul data-end="1782" data-start="1629"><li data-end="1669" data-start="1629">Casual punters who want one strong tip</li><li data-end="1734" data-start="1670">Experienced bettors looking for insight from seasoned tipsters</li><li data-end="1782" data-start="1735">Anyone looking for a trusted daily racing bet</li></ul><h2 data-end="1823" data-start="1784">How do you pick your Nap of the Day?</h2>Our Nap is selected from hours of analysis by professional tipsters who watch every UK and Irish race, often multiple times. We combine:<ul data-end="2095" data-start="1962"><li data-end="1997" data-start="1962">Video reviews and sectional times</li><li data-end="2026" data-start="1998">In-depth stats and ratings</li><li data-end="2056" data-start="2027">Course bias and draw trends</li><li data-end="2095" data-start="2057">Trainer patterns and notebook horses</li></ul>We won’t just tip the short-priced favourite unless it genuinely offers value. Every Nap is backed up by clear reasoning, and many have excellent strike-rates thanks to our form-first approach.<h2 data-end="2323" data-start="2292">What other tips do you have?</h2>Explore our full range of betting tips for today:<ul><li data-end="2374" data-start="2325"><a href="https://racingpost.com/horse-racing-tips/news/opinion/verdicts/behind-enemy-lines/">Lucky 15 Tips</a></li><li data-end="2374" data-start="2325"><a href="https://racingpost.com/horse-racing-tips/accumulator/">Accumulator Tips</a></li><li data-end="2374" data-start="2325"><a href="https://racingpost.com/horse-racing-tips/ante-post-tips/">Ante-Post Tips</a></li></ul>

Play of the day

'He should be spot-on for this' - Richard Birch thinks dual Carlisle winner is well handicapped back at a track he loves

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Carlisle Placepot picks: Richard Birch's perm for the £50,000 guaranteed pool

Tote Betting

Can Dan Skelton's new recruit make a winning start over fences? Analysis and trainer quotes for Carlisle's mares' handicap chase

3.23 Carlisle: can Dan Skelton's new recruit make a winning start over fences? Analysis and trainer quotes for the mares' handicap chase

'This could finally be his day' - Richard Birch makes the case for low-weighted Ffos Las hurdler

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Pertemps Network EMEA Novices' Limited Handicap Hurdle

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Ladbrokes Dovecote Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) (GBB Race)

Ladbrokes Adonis Juvenile Hurdle (Grade 2) (GBB Race)

Ladbrokes Pendil Novices' Chase (Grade 2) (GBB Race)

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Ladbrokes "New Horse Racing Bet Builder" Handicap Hurdle

Ladbrokes "Best Odds Guaranteed On Racing" Open National Hunt Flat Race (Cat 1 Elimination) (GBB)

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Virgin Bet A Good Bet Handicap Hurdle

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Costello's Cleaning Handicap Hurdle

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Easter Festival Handicap

Fairwood Brasserie Maiden Fillies' Stakes (GBB Race)

Fegentri World Championships Amateur Jockeys' Handicap (Special Rider Conditions)

Chelmsford Mile Series Qualifier Handicap (Chelmsford Mile Series Qualifier)

Dance Through The Decades Handicap

Saturday Night Lights Handicap

For The Love Of Horses Handicap

Midnite Winter Derby Stakes (Group 3)

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Midnite A Next Generation Betting App Handicap (GBBPlus Race)

BetMGM Supports Safer Gambling Maiden Stakes (GBB Race)

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Midnite, Building The Future Of Betting Handicap

Connolly's RED MILLS Irish EBF Auction Maiden Hurdle (IRE Incentive Race)

Declan And Maria Coombes Memorial Handicap Hurdle

BAR 1 Betting Tommy Carberry Handicap Hurdle

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