Wednesday Racing Tips – Dan James Racing

Bollin Neil has long been a horse who thrives when faced with a stiff finish, and Hamilton Park is a course that plays perfectly to those strengths. He is a galloper who grinds opponents into submission, often finding more the further he goes, and that relentless style has served him well here before. Conditions are forecast to be on the easier side, which will suit him better than many rivals who prefer quicker ground. His recent form has been consistent, and he rarely runs a poor race at this level. With an advantageous draw, he should be able to race prominently, avoiding the traffic problems that sometimes occur in big handicaps.

If allowed to dictate or sit just off the pace, his stamina could prove decisive in the closing stages. Against a field with question marks over fitness or suitability, Bollin Neil has the right profile to outstay them and strike.

Perfect Your Craft is a lightly raced performer who has been steadily improving with each run, giving the impression there is still plenty more to come. This step up in distance looks ideal, as he has shaped as though stamina is his strong suit, staying on powerfully in the latter stages of recent races. Bath’s quirky, undulating track can be tricky, but Perfect Your Craft has already shown balance and composure in his action, which should help him handle the demands of the course. His current handicap mark still appears lenient compared to the potential improvement he could deliver, making him well treated in the weights.

With a favourable racing position expected, he is likely to travel smoothly before being unleashed late. The opposition includes exposed types with less room for progress, and this gives Perfect Your Craft a major opportunity to showcase his upward trajectory and capture another win.

Fihrayn heads to Lingfield with strong credentials, boasting proven ability on the all-weather surface and a course record that demands respect. His style of running is perfectly suited to the track; he can travel comfortably before producing a sharp turn of foot when it matters most. Recent runs suggest he remains in fine form, showing consistency that makes him one of the most reliable contenders in this field. His versatility in terms of pace—able to sit handy or come from off the speed—provides tactical options, an asset around Lingfield where positioning can prove vital. Crucially, Fihrayn has won in similar company before and looks well placed to repeat the feat.

With race conditions in his favour and rivals bringing less convincing profiles, he has every chance of stamping his authority on the contest. If running to his usual level, Fihrayn’s proven class and track craft should see him go very close.