'This rated alongside his best performance in 2025' - our handicappers flag four horses who look well treated off their new marks

Our team pick out the big winners from the latest release of official marks

The Racing Post Ratings team have identified the most significant changes from the latest issue of BHA and HRI marks.

We start this week with Flat action at Thirsk and senior handicapper Paul Curtis likes the look of a runner-up.

Boilermaker

Second at Thirsk, May 16
New BHA mark: 66 (up 3lb)
Racing Post Rating: 73 (+7 compared with BHA mark)

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Published on 20 May 2026inBetting Insight

Last updated 11:22, 20 May 2026

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