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Haydock 14:25

Race 3 Betfred 'Nifty 50' British EBF Hedge Of Oak Stakes (1m 2f 100y)

24th May 25

WinnerDiamond RainSP 3.25
Horse
Diamond Rain
Jockey
W Buick
Trainer
C Appleby
At Haydock this upcoming 14:25, keep a keen eye on Diamond Rain, a 4-year-old filly trained by the formidable C Appleby and piloted by W Buick. She's heading to the track with a live price of 3.75, sitting pretty in the 'value' slot. Now, let's dig into her stats—Diamond Rain gleams with a decent record, having two wins in her past four races over the last 720 days. While she hasn't clinched a victory at Haydock or the 1m 2f 100y distance on the 'Good to firm-good in places' turf specifically, her overall strike rate of 50% at this distance signifies potential that can't be ignored. Her trainer C Appleby, in synergy with Buick over the last two months, boasts a strong 38% strike rate, giving us quite the dynamic duo here at Haydock. On the next peg, with a tasty longer price of 10, is Ambiente Amigo. This four-year-old has Harry Davies aboard, a relatively fresh pairing with trainer James Owen. Recently, she's put up a fight in races similar to today's setup and managed to secure a trip to the winner's enclosure in one of her last two 30-day races. But, the synergy between jockey and trainer isn't glowing as brightly, with a modest strike rate that might just see her trailing behind our top tip. Place Of Safety, another four-year-old on the list, is out at a long price of 15 under the guidance of team J & T Gosden with Benoit D L Sayette. This filly has been less frequent in the winners' circle with a solitary win out of her last four attempts in the past 720 days. Historically, this team's pairings haven't cracked a notable impact at such meetings, which could leave Place Of Safety finding just that—safety at the back rather than threatening the front runners. Clocking in, our predicted winner for the Haydock 14:25 is Diamond Rain, tipped to sparkle today with substantial backing in recent form and a compelling team profile. She’s ripe for the picking, not just to place but to rain supreme! Best of luck, and remember to gamble responsibly, after all, the fun's in the game, not just the gain! Prices are correct as of today's date.
Article prices indicative and correct at 3:15 am on 24th May 2025
PHorseHTJJ/TRLSP
1st2. Diamond Rain96259234321797
4th1. Ambiente Amigo95173178254651
7th6. Sea Just In Time95120183244630
6th7. Secret Satire94140176233625
3rd4. Place Of Safety89159187244624
NR8. Tasmania90142160222616
2nd5. Running Lion86159198246601
5th3. Francophone88162191209522

Course SR 19.01% (from last 263 races)

Course & Distance SR 13.04% (from last 23 races)

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