Thursday at York continues the excitement of the Ebor Festival, with the second day of the meeting promising another card full of high-class equine talent. Day 2 mixes established stars with progressive types stepping into the spotlight, and as always on the Knavesmire, the balance between proven form and emerging ability creates intrigue for punters and racing fans alike.
The feature event on Thursday is the Yorkshire Oaks at 15:35, where Minnie Hauk bids for an Oaks treble following her triumphs at Epsom and the Curragh. She faces just three rivals, including the improving Estrange and the Ribblesdale heroine Garden Of Eden, in what looks a small but fascinating renewal. Earlier in the afternoon, the Lowther Stakes at 13:50 brings together top two-year-old fillies, with Royal Fixation and America Queen clashing in one of the most anticipated juvenile contests of the week. The programme also includes competitive handicaps, ensuring a day full of betting interest.
To add even more value to Thursday’s racing, bookmakers are rolling out a series of free bet offers and enhanced sign-up packages. We’ve broken down the standout deals available today so you can make the most of your bets at York.
Featured Offer  | |
New customers only. 7 days to place qualifying bet of £10 at 1/1 (2.0) to receive 4 x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 football, 1 x £10 horse racing & 2 x £10 Bet Builders. Free Bets cannot be used on e-sports and non-UK/IE horse racing. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. #Ad. 18+Only, gambleaware.org | |
🔶 BetMGM – Bet £10, Get £40 in Free Bets
How it works: Join BetMGM via [this link] and place a £10 bet at minimum odds of 1/1 (2.0). You’ll be rewarded with four £10 free bets: one each for football and horse racing, plus two to use on Bet Builder markets.
T&Cs:
- New customers only, aged 18+.
- Free bets expire after 7 days.
- Stake not returned.
- Cannot be used on e-sports or non-UK/IE racing.
- Gamble responsibly.
Featured Offer  | |
18+. Play Safe. Online only. For new UK register customers using promo code G40. Deposit & place £10 cash single bet (min odds 1/2) on sportsbook (excl. Virtuals). Get £40 in Free Bets (4x£10), valid for sportsbook (excl. Virtuals), 7 days expiry, must use in full (£10 each). Not valid with deposits via PayPal, Neosurf, Paysafe, Apple Pay, NETELLER, Skrill, ecoPayz, Kalibra/Postpay or WH PLUS Card. One per customer. Full terms apply. #Ad. 18+Only, gambleaware.org | |
🔵 William Hill – Bet £10, Get £40 in Free Bets
How it works:
Sign up using [this link] and the promo code G40. Deposit and place a £10 cash single bet (min odds 1/2) on the sportsbook (excluding Virtuals).
Terms & Conditions:
- New customers only.
- Use promo code G40 during sign-up.
- Deposit and place a £10 cash single bet (min odds 1/2) on sportsbook (excl. Virtuals).
- 18+ only. GambleAware.org
Featured Offer  | |
New cust only. Opt-in required. Deposit & place a bet within 7 days and settle a £10 minimum bet at odds of 4/5 (1.8) or greater to be credited with 3 x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 1 x £10 Free Bet Builder and 1 x £10 football. Free Bets cannot be used on e-sports and non-UK/IE horse racing. 7 day expiry. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply. Acca Club: Available to new & existing customers. 3 or more selections. Min Odds: 3/10 (1.3) per leg. Max stake: £500. Max Winnings: £200,000 per boost. Profit Boost amounts vary. Horse Racing, Greyhounds & Trotting excluded. Exclusions apply. Full T&C’s apply. 18+ GambleAware.org. | |
🟠 BetUK – Bet £10, Get £30 in Free Bets
How it works:
Register and opt-in via [this link], then place a £10 bet at odds of 4/5 (1.8) or greater. Once settled, you’ll receive 3 x £10 Free Bets: one for horse racing, one for football, and one for Bet Builders.
Terms and Conditions:
- New customers only, 18+.
- Free Bets expire after 7 days.
- Stake not included in returns.
- Excludes e-sports and non-UK/IE racing.
Featured Offer  | |
New customers only. Register, deposit with Debit Card, and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility exclusions & T&Cs Apply. | |
🔴 Betfred – Bet £10, Get £50 in Free Bets
How it works: Click through [this link] and use promo code BETFRED50. Deposit via debit card and place a £10 bet at evens (2.0) or greater. You’ll get 3 x £10 Sports Free Bets and 2 x £10 Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of your bet settling.
Terms and Conditions:
- Free bets issued within 10 hours of qualifying bet settlement.
- Must bet within 7 days of registration.
- Excludes certain payment methods.
- UK customers only, 18+. Full terms apply.
💡 Best Value Bet for Ebor Festival Day 2 – Minnie Hauk to win the 15:35 Yorkshire Oaks
At BettingTips4You, we focus on one clear tip per feature race, rather than scattering multiple selections. For Thursday’s Yorkshire Oaks, our strongest recommendation is Minnie Hauk.
The filly has already shown her class by winning both the Epsom Oaks and Irish Oaks, and arrives at York in excellent form. Her proven stamina, acceleration, and ability to adapt to the track make her an obvious standout. While Estrange and Garden Of Eden bring quality opposition, Minnie Hauk’s proven dominance at the top level sets her apart. With Ryan Moore back in the saddle, she is well placed to emulate former Ballydoyle greats who have excelled in this race. Punters seeking reliability and proven Group 1 form should look no further.
📌 Summary of Ebor Festival Day 2 Offers:
- Betfred: Bet £10, Get £50 (3x Sports + 2x Acca Free Bets)
- William Hill: Bet £10, Get £40
- BetUK: Bet £10, Get £30 (racing, Bet Builder, football)
- BetMGM: Bet £10, Get £40 (multi-sport Free Bets)
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