20:30 Newcastle Tips — Monday 20th April 2026

Focusing on the 20:30 Newcastle Flat card this evening, we've identified a stand-out contender in **Ridgemaster** (EVS). This four-year-old, trained by Simon Waugh, looks to hold all the aces here and is our confident selection. The key trends for Ridgemaster are compelling. He's a young, progressive four-year-old who demonstrated significant ability with a recent win, indicating there's still plenty of scope for further improvement. That kind of upward trajectory is always a powerful factor in these handicaps.

Crucially, he’s landed a plum draw in stall 2. In a 14-runner field on the Newcastle Tapeta, securing a low berth is a massive advantage, allowing jockey Amie Waugh to position him perfectly without unnecessary early exertion. Despite a slightly below-par run last time out, his prior victory off a similar mark proves he’s well-handicapped and perfectly capable of bouncing back to winning ways.

For those looking for an each-way play, **Esque Elegance** offers genuine appeal. This horse has shown glimpses of form that suggest it could sneak into the frame at a nice price. However, our firm belief is with Ridgemaster. We fully expect this improving sort to deliver on his strong odds and claim victory. Get on!