Today’s Horse Racing Tips: Wednesday’s Nap of the Day for March 19 at Huntingdon

Get the latest horse racing preview for Wednesday, March 19 horse racing action including the Nap of the Day selected amongst every race on every card in Britain and Ireland. Read on to find the best tips and predictions in addition to the latest betting offers.

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Can Shotgun Shirley Build on Her Debut Promise at Huntingdon?

• Shotgun Shirley achieved an RPR of 91 on her debut, one of the highest ratings in this field.
• Sam Twiston-Davies, her jockey, has recorded 18 winners from 118 rides this season.
• Trainer Lucy Wadham has saddled 10 winners from 69 runners over the campaign, highlighting her ability to produce competitive runners.

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Racing enthusiasts have plenty to look forward to today, with an engaging card at Huntingdon headlining the action. The Weatherbys Scientific Fillies’ ‘Junior’ National Hunt Flat Race at 5:12 pm promises to be a fascinating contest, featuring several unexposed runners looking to make their mark in this competitive sphere. While many in the field remain relatively unknown quantities, a handful of contenders arrive with form in the book, adding an intriguing layer of depth to proceedings.

Among those with experience is Shotgun Shirley, a filly trained by Lucy Wadham who showed plenty of promise on her first racecourse appearance. Her debut second at Market Rasen suggested she has ability, though signs of inexperience were evident. Now, with that run under her belt, improvement can be expected. She faces opposition from some well-bred newcomers, including Kittys Glance and And She Was, both representing stables known for their success in bumpers. Additionally, Ride Like A Girl, although still a maiden, has been well-supported in previous outings and could pose a threat if the application of a hood brings improvement.

The betting market suggests a closely contested affair, with Kittys Glance and Ride Like A Girl currently sharing favouritism, while Shotgun Shirley sits just behind them in the odds. The unpredictable nature of junior National Hunt Flat races adds an extra dimension of uncertainty, but those with previous race experience often hold an edge. With several untested horses in the line-up, the early stages of the race will be crucial in determining which of the newcomers are up to the task.

Nap of the Day: Shotgun Shirley to Win (5:12 Huntingdon)

Shotgun Shirley is the selection for today’s best bet, and there are strong reasons to believe she can go one better than her debut effort. Her Market Rasen second-place finish showed ability, but it was clear that she was still learning the game. That run came over a slightly longer trip, and today’s marginal drop back in distance should not be an issue. Given that she was only beaten by just over a length despite looking green at times, natural progression should see her put up an even stronger performance here.

Trainer Lucy Wadham may not have recorded a winner in the last fortnight, but she has a respectable long-term record in similar events. More significantly, jockey Sam Twiston-Davies takes the ride, and while his recent strike rate sits at 8%, his overall quality in the saddle cannot be ignored. His ability to position inexperienced runners effectively could prove a major asset, especially in a race where several rivals are making their first racecourse appearances.

One of Shotgun Shirley’s key advantages is the benefit of racecourse experience, something that many of her opponents lack. In junior National Hunt Flat races, first-time runners can often struggle with the hustle and bustle, whereas she has already demonstrated her ability to handle race conditions in a competitive field. Additionally, her Racing Post Rating of 91 stands out in comparison to many of her rivals, suggesting she has already posted a level of form that will be difficult to match.

While there are dangers in the race, including Ride Like A Girl and the well-bred And She Was, Shotgun Shirley’s proven ability under race conditions gives her an edge. If she builds on her debut promise, she has an excellent chance of crossing the line in front.

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