Horse racing tips: ‘It will take something special to stop him winning' – Templegate's Thursday NAP
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SECRET BEACH (7.35 Epsom, nap)
He landed a stronger race than this at York last time by an easy two lengths and heads here without a penalty. This trip is ideal and it will take a big effort to stop him following up.
KING OF THE STORY (5.40 Worcester, nb)
Got his act together in fine style over fences here last time. He had more than five lengths in hand crossing the line with plenty left in the tank. A 6lb rise is far and this trip clearly suits. He can strike again.
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CRIMSON SPIRIT (8.05 Epsom, treble)
Can land a winning hat-trick. He goes well here and a 2lb rise in the weights won't put the brakes on. This quick ground is right up his street.
SILENT CITY (2.50 Hamilton, Lucky 15)
Left her debut form behind when scoring over this trip at Windsor last time. She can take another step forward for Roger Varian over this ideal distance.
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