14:40 Fakenham Tips — Monday 13th April 2026

Good afternoon racing fans, and welcome to Fakenham. My spotlight for the 14:40 Hurdle falls squarely on **Tropical Speed (EVS)**. This Andy Irvine-trained runner, partnered by Chad Bament, arrives at the track in truly excellent fettle. A glance at his form, 333124P1, immediately reveals a horse in the purple patch of his career; he emphatically won last time out, a crucial indicator of current well-being and a trend we always like to see in a winning selection.

His consistent nature is another compelling factor. Digging deeper into that form, Tropical Speed has impressively been placed in three of his last five runs, highlighting his reliability and ability to consistently feature at the business end of races. With an Official Rating of 108, he looks genuinely well-treated and perfectly capable of following up that recent success against this field. We fully expect him to assert his class today and head straight to the winner’s enclosure.

For those seeking an attractive each-way bet, don't overlook **Raby Mere**. This horse often outperforms his odds and could certainly sneak into a place at a generous price.