17:20 Kelso Tips — Thursday 2nd April 2026

For the 17:20 Kelso National Hunt Flat race on Good ground, our focus is firmly on the prohibitive favourite, Doubly Blessed. Representing the formidable partnership of Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore and piloted by the talented Derek Fox, this newcomer is exceptionally well-regarded. When a stable of this calibre fields a horse at odds of 1/10 in a bumper, it speaks volumes about its home reputation and expected performance.

The stable has an excellent record with its NHF runners, often sending out horses that are fit and ready to make an immediate impact, a trend we've seen time and again. With Derek Fox, a top-class jumps jockey, in the saddle, every box appears ticked for a straightforward debut victory. Doubly Blessed is fully expected to justify its short price and open its account in impressive fashion.

For those looking for an each-way alternative, Poets Whisper looks a solid proposition. While unlikely to trouble the favourite, this one should be competitive enough to fill a minor placing and offers a sound each-way bet if the market offers value. However, the smart money here is undoubtedly with Doubly Blessed to get the job done.