A busy Friday and here are the thoughts of our Racing Factors tipster.
Sandown
J: R Kingscote
T: Sir Michael Stoute
Crystal Mariner showed some smart form last season, particularly when beating the now 109 rated Lion's Pride at Newcastle. Crystal Mariner was given a gelding operation over the winter and then returned to action at Chester last month where he finished a very good 3rd of 11, racing a shade too keen early but sticking on well. That run would have blown away the cobwebs and he should improve a great deal for it. Crystal Mariner's stable have few peers when it comes to improving this type a horse from handicaps to pattern class, and although he has some way to go to reach that level, he can start by taking today's race. Crystal Mariner rates a 5 star win Pick.