Best Bet

13:45 Ayr Tips — Friday 17th April 2026

13:45AyrGoing: GoodHurdle
Our Selection

Magna Victor

7yo •
Strong
80/100 confidence
Form
15/15
Rating
9/10
Market
8/10
Trends
8/15

Why This Horse

  • Won last time out
  • Consistent — placed 3 of last 5 runs
Each-Way Alternative: Lance Les Des

13:45 Ayr — Race Preview & Tips

Magna Victor looks an absolute standout for the 13:45 at Ayr, and it’s hard to oppose Alastair Ralph’s charge. Priced at a prohibitive 1/10, this gelding enters the race in scintillating form, boasting impressive back-to-back victories, culminating in a dominant display last time out.

Consistency is clearly a hallmark, having placed in three of his last five runs, demonstrating his reliability. The ‘Good’ ground at Ayr will be perfectly suited to his style, allowing him to unleash his potent turn of foot and maintain his winning momentum. Everything points to another comfortable victory here.

While such short odds won't appeal to all punters seeking value, Magna Victor truly is a stone-cold banker, a class above the rest of this field. For those looking for an each-way punt at bigger odds or a forecast consideration, Lance Les Des might be worth a look for a minor placing, but the main event is unequivocally Magna Victor, who should be marching into the winner's enclosure.

Full Racecard — 15 Runners

HorseOdds
Castle Ivers
1310/1-
9/2
Lance Les Des
53/37-3321
6/1
Triple Crown Ted
22-31412
7/1
Secret Force
144
9/1
Bibe Mus
132210
12/1
The Gray Ghost
7-6454414
14/1
Newtown Rambler
P-6P33781
14/1
Magna VictorOUR TIP
6/53-411
16/1
Caballo De Guerra
337-14445
16/1
Berties Ballet
62312-740
20/1
Tuppence
U/408-24
33/1
Ginger Mail
PP-643P30
40/1
Ravenscraig Castle
5-9145354
40/1
Belaya River
54125
50/1
Dance Thief
1233-5P19
66/1

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