The experts at TWE have analysed the form and honed in on their top horses to follow on Ebor Festival day 1.
See our picks below.
Our Tips to Follow on Day 1 of Ebor Festival
NAP of the Day (14:25) - Ruling Court
Our NAP of the Day is the highly touted Ruling Court, a €2.3m purchase, impressed on debut, winning easily. He's expected to improve further stepping up in class.
Wolverhampton - February 24 2025
Wolverhampton 19:00
2(7)
Busby
J: Aiden Brookes
T: P A Kirby
Busby
9/4
Age: 10
Weight: 9-9
Days: 23
This 10 year old hasn't shown any signs of declining just yet and is actually in a high level of form at the moment.
He has finished second in his last three runs but tonight looks a chance for him to notch up what would be his fifth victory over this course and distance.
HIs trainer Philip Kirby also has his horses in great order of late with the yard in flying form (33% strike rate during the past two weeks).
Form: 901-222View
| Date | Course | Distance | Type | Weight | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/02/25 | Newcastle | 10.2 | Standard | 9-13 | 2 |
| 14/01/25 | Southwell | 11.1 | Standard | 9-9 | 2 |
| 02/01/25 | Newcastle | 12.4 | Standard | 9-9 | 2 |
| 20/12/24 | Southwell | 12.1 | Standard | 8-9 | 1 |
| 21/10/24 | Wolverhampton | 9.5 | Standard | 9-4 | 10 |
Win Double Tip- Ruling Court (2.25 York) To Win & Los Angeles (3.00 York) To Win
Our Win Double Tip for the first day of Ebor, Los Angeles, a former Group 1 winner, showed his class with a gutsy Irish Derby win. Despite a penalty, his form is top-notch and he could challenge King’s Gambit for the win.
Ruling Court, impressive on debut, is expected to improve further stepping up in class.
Dark Horse Tip (17:20) - Sex On Fire
Unlucky at Goodwood, showed promise despite a wide trip. Fresh and well-handicapped, a fast pace should suit.
Ayr - February 24 2025
Ayr 14:25
3
Busty Boy
J: Danny McMenamin
T: D Bourke
Busty Boy
10/1
Age: 8
Weight: 12-0
Days: 60
Has been dropped a few more lb since last run which means he'll now be running off just a lb higher mark compared to when he last placed when 2nd over this distance at Perth.
Busty Boy is also down in Class today which should ease his chances of a return to form here.
Hasn't been seen for 60 days but this horse has won when fresh before so the little layoff shouldn't be a concern for him.
Looks to have a decent chance today in what looks a fairly open race.
Form: 422-2P6View
| Date | Course | Distance | Type | Weight | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26/12/24 | Aintree | 25.0 | Soft | 11-0 | 6 |
| 01/12/24 | Carlisle | 24.5 | Soft | 11-3 | PU |
| 16/05/24 | Perth | 23.8 | Good to Soft | 11-3 | 2 |
| 26/04/24 | Perth | 23.8 | Soft | 10-5 | 2 |
| 26/03/24 | Newcastle | 20.1 | Heavy | 11-8 | 2 |
More Ebor Festival Racing Tips
If you’re looking for more Ebor Festival tips, then look no further, the experts at TWE have put together full previews and betting tips for each day of the festival. Check out the rest of TWE and all the multiples bets that we have available below:
Other specific tips available include: