All you need for the day including latest going as Catterick takes centre stage
It is an important day at Catterick, where the big jumps race of the year, the North Yorkshire Grand National (2.45) is the main focus.
A field of six may seem a little disappointing for a race of its type, but it poses a fascinating conundrum for punters as several appear to have been targeted for the race. Alternatively, just stick with Sue Smith as she's won it for the last three years and saddles Sharp Response.
Leicester is the other jumps meeting in Britain today, with Clonmel taking place in Ireland. On the all-weather, Southwell in the afternoon is followed by Chelmsford in the evening.
Going report
Clonmel (first race 12.15)
Yielding (hurdle) and good to yielding (chase)
Catterick (12.25)
Good, good to firm in places
Leicester (12.35)
Chase- good to firm (good to soft on the Flat course crossings), Hurdle - home straight good to soft
Southwell (12.45)
Standard
Chelmsford (4.15)
Standard
What to back
Our daily tipsters are on hand with today's Tips Box.
For Members, Paul Kealy is the day's headline tipster.
What to read
The Gold Cup declarations are out and at least one owner thinks his horse is overpriced. Get the latest on the likely next Japanese raider in the Arc.
The best of Racing Post Sport
It is the Sony Open in Hawaii this week. Read Steve Palmer's preview, or just listen to the Postcast below.
Elsewhere, Bruce Millington is about to give best in his battle against what he sees as a blight on modern sport.
Final thought
The strength of Ireland's Gold Cup challenge really does contrast with the lack of depth in Britain's ranks. Phil Martin is perhaps being optimistic about Definitly Red's chances, and as the owner he is well entitled to be, yet at 33-1 the Charlie Hall winner is generally fifth choice among those who will not have to travel to Cheltenham by boat.
For the freshest betting advice, based on latest going and market conditions, don't miss the Live Tipster every afternoon. Just click Raceday Live at racingpost.com or the mobile app
Published on 10 January 2019inPreviews
Last updated 10:37, 10 January 2019
- 6.00 Punchestown: Gordon Elliott thrilled with Cheltenham hero Teahupoo as he bids for festival double
- A tough and more reliable Teahupoo is fancied to back up his Cheltenham success in style
- 4.50 Punchestown: Coko Beach and Stumptown could provide a fascinating duel in La Touche Cup
- 5.25 Punchestown: 'You'd be hoping Gaelic Warrior can prove the best of these' - impressive Arkle winner returns to action
- 4.15 Punchestown: could Blood Destiny be another Grade 1 horse in a handicap for Willie Mullins?
- 6.00 Punchestown: Gordon Elliott thrilled with Cheltenham hero Teahupoo as he bids for festival double
- A tough and more reliable Teahupoo is fancied to back up his Cheltenham success in style
- 4.50 Punchestown: Coko Beach and Stumptown could provide a fascinating duel in La Touche Cup
- 5.25 Punchestown: 'You'd be hoping Gaelic Warrior can prove the best of these' - impressive Arkle winner returns to action
- 4.15 Punchestown: could Blood Destiny be another Grade 1 horse in a handicap for Willie Mullins?