The Punt Acca: Mark Boylan's three horse racing tips on Monday

Desert Hero (2.30 Redcar)

This represents a marked drop in class from Desert Hero's last start when a safely-held third behind ready winner Silver Knott in the Group 3 Solario Stakes at Sandown. He proved soft ground wasn't an issue when winning nicely on is Haydock debut and he's bred to be smart as a Sea The Stars colt out of an unraced sister to Group 2 winner Dartmouth.

Nells Son (3.15 Ayr)

Nicky Richards was immediately speaking about a chasing campaign this term for Nells Son after landing the Grade 2 Premier Novices' Hurdle at Kelso in March. Making his debut in this sphere, he takes on a trio of rivals who have also yet to be seen over fences and arrives with the highest hurdles mark on offer.

The Questioner (3.50 Ayr)

Hailing from a stable in fine form, this strong-staying handicapper holds rock-solid claims in an ordinary-looking contest. Racing off 3lb higher than a near-miss last time, he doesn't have all that many miles on the clock and should be effective in these conditions.

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