17:10 Southwell Tips — Thursday 2nd April 2026

All eyes turn to the 17:10 at Southwell, a race that looks to have a clear standout on paper. Our selection, Vitality, trained by Charlie Johnston and ridden by Jason Hart, is priced up at an incredibly short 1/10. This signals immense confidence from the yard, indicating a horse believed to be head and shoulders above its rivals.

Despite 'Unknown Form' and 'OR: N/A', which suggests a debutant or lightly raced type, the market speaks volumes. Johnston is masterful with his young stock, and with Jason Hart in the plate, this partnership often delivers. We expect Vitality to display its quality, making light work of these rivals on ideal Good ground.

This isn't just a strong favourite; it's a confident banker. Vitality should deliver as expected and kick off the evening in emphatic style. For those looking for value beyond the overwhelming favourite, Hot Silk is our each-way pick. Likely to be picking up the pieces behind the odds-on shot, Hot Silk could comfortably secure a place and offer a nice return for punters.