14:15 Fakenham Tips — Monday 6th April 2026

Our firm selection for the 14:15 Fakenham Hurdle is Olly Murphy's **Bitsnbuckles**. This gelding arrives with rock-solid credentials, boasting a commanding Official Rating of 111. This makes him the top-rated horse in the field and indicates a clear class edge over his rivals – a trend that so often proves decisive in races of this nature.

Furthermore, Bitsnbuckles’ form is a model of consistency, having placed in three of his last five outings. This reliability, coupled with a recent victory, confirms he’s in excellent fettle and should relish the good ground. Under Tom Hutsby, who knows this horse inside out, we anticipate a professional performance from a runner clearly thriving.

At EVS, he’s a deserving favourite and looks exceptionally hard to oppose. For those seeking an alternative, **Mermaids Cave** offers solid each-way appeal; she's capable on her day and could well grab a share of the prize money. However, for the win, all eyes must surely be on Murphy's leading contender. Bitsnbuckles looks primed to deliver and should be adding another Fakenham victory to his tally.