Waleefy at Newmarket 13:05 tips, betting and prediction

Heading to Newmarket for the promising 'Race 1 Read Meg Nicholls' Blog At betmgm.co.uk Handicap' at 13:05, we start our analysis with the 4-year-old colt, Waleefy, trained by W J Haggas and expertly piloted by Cieren Fallon. Presented with live odds at a value-laden 3.5, Waleefy’s recent runs might leave a few scratching their heads with no showstoppers in recent stats, managing a slim strike rate from multiple attempts over the last six months. However, the jockey-trainer combo does spark a bit of excitement with some solid past performance, indicating that on a good day, they can pull a surprise. Swivelling to Dark Tornado, another 4-year-old but this time a gelding, managed by D P Quinn with J F Egan in the saddle, coming in at somewhat longer odds of 10. This one’s recent 30-day form looks a bit brighter with a smashing victory, but longer-term figures give a mixed message. The partnership’s stats aren’t driving much confidence, looking a tad spotty over the last 180-days, although there's potential for an upset if the stars align. Not to be overlooked is Harvard Sound, another gelding but under the guidance of Tom Clover with N Callan taking the reins. At the odds of 8, he's not without his merits. Even though recent track outings haven’t set the world alight, past glory over similar distances suggests there might be some fuel left in the tank for a decent sprint. With these three contenders sizing up the field, Waleefy looks to have the edge, especially under the watchful eye of Haggas and Fallon. If there’s a bet to place, they seem a likely duo to back. Best of luck, and remember, always bet responsibly!
Article prices indicative and correct at 2:10 am on 17th May 2025

P	Horse	H	T	J	J/T	RL
5^th	4. Waleefy	12⁹	24⁸	11²	26⁹	21¹
1^st	2. Dark Tornado	13⁵	18¹	10⁷	27⁴	19¹
3^rd	7. Harvard Sound	13²	17⁰	13³	26²	18⁵
7^th	1. Persuasion	13³	15⁹	10⁶	26²	18⁰
8^th	5. Vicario	12¹	17²	12⁸	26²	18⁰
2^nd	3. Sterling Knight	12³	14⁰	7⁸	23⁰	17⁶
6^th	8. Madame De Sevigne	13⁴	14⁵	7²	26²	17⁴
4^th	9. Leadman	11⁵	11⁰	9⁰	25¹	15¹

Newmarket 13:05

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17th May 25