15:00 Kelso Tips — Monday 20th April 2026

The weight of expectation is firmly on Looking Splendid (EVS) in the 15:00 Kelso chase, and for very good reason. Gary Rutherford’s charge, expertly handled by Dylan Johnston, brings a compelling profile to the table today, making him our confident selection.

The primary trend speaking volumes for this eight-year-old is its recent success, having won last time out – a powerful indicator of a horse in peak form and brimming with confidence. Beyond that, a deeper dive into its excellent form sequence of 3F3-11361 reveals remarkable consistency, with Looking Splendid placing in four of its last five outings. This level of reliability is gold dust for any punter.

Operating off a competitive mark of 106 and proven on good ground, everything points towards another strong performance. The EVS price accurately reflects its dominance in this field, and we see very little reason for it to falter. This isn't merely a favourite; it's a horse ticking all the right boxes for success at Kelso.

For those looking beyond the favourite, Breizh River makes appeal as an each-way option, having shown flashes of ability that could see him in the frame. However, the unequivocal call for outright victory remains with Looking Splendid.