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Brighton 16:35

Race 6 Starsports.Bet Handicap (6f 210y)

8th Aug 25

Horse
Rotation
Jockey
Oliver Carmichael
Trainer
Eve Johnson Houghton
First up in our rundown for the 16:35 at Brighton, the 6f 210y race in the Starsports.Bet Handicap, is the top-pick, Rotation. A 3-year-old gelding trained by Eve Johnson Houghton and saddled by Oliver Carmichael. The going is described as 'Good to firm-good in places', and with a live price of 4, Rotation sits in a value bet zone. Despite his limited recent form, recording no wins in the last 30 days from one race, Rotation holds a long-term strike rate of nearly 9% over the last two years, which isn't shabby. His trainer, Johnson Houghton has a decent form in the last 30 days, winning 10 out of 63 starts, and showing some specialization at Brighton with a course winner already. The combination with jockey Carmichael adds a bit of an edge with a course win recently under their collab. Taking the second spot, My Mate Beattie, another 3-year-old but this one a filly, trained by E A L Dunlop and mounted by the skilled hands of Cieren Fallon. Priced at a tempting 6.5, this runner has been quite active, though she hasn't turned those runs into wins just yet. Over the recent period, she's ran two times but without visiting the winner's enclosure. Nonetheless, with a long-term no-win from 12 starts, one might be cautious. On the flip side, jockey Cieren Fallon brings his considerable talent to the table, having won 9 out of 39 races in the last 14 days. His strike rate over 60 days stands at an impressive 22%, which might just tip the scales in their favor if he can conjure up some of that magic. We've also got our eyes on Red Admiral, held in the gate at stall number 6. This 3-year-old gelding is coached by J Gallagher. With Edward Greatrex as the jockey, they face the challenge of a live price at 9, landing them in a tricky, potentially rewarding long price position. Red Admiral's recent performances haven't lit up any scoreboards, having notched zero wins from his recent appearances. Despite this, focus could be instilled given Gallagher's know-how, especially over the Brighton track, and the jockey's decent strike rate of 24% over the last 14 days. For the punter looking for a nifty flutter, keep an eye on Nutcracker, priced long at 12. Although a bit of an outsider, anything can happen in racing! Each bet placed on our predictions is a stride alongside lady luck, and remember, always wager responsibly!
Article prices indicative and correct at 3:15 am on 8th August 2025

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Course SR 20.51% (from last 273 races)

Course & Distance SR 19.44% (from last 72 races)

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