Pete's Paddock Picks
The service has shown promise in its first few days of testing with 5 wins from 6 selections and has been around since 2022. Brilliantly titled Petes Paddock Picks:
December 2024 ended: +£44.78
Year 2024 finished: +£364.90
Year 2023 finished: +£469.27
Results to £1 stakes
1:50pm Sandown – Belliano (Each-Way)
Belliano (11/2) has been consistent this season, with his only defeat coming against Grade 1 winner The New Lion. He’s
10lbs better off with Silver Thorn for a 3L beating at Market Rasen and looks primed for a big run. Paul Nicholls’ charge could be aimed at the Sefton Hurdle at Aintree, and a mark of 125 might underestimate his ability.
Key Stat: Nicholls has won this race three times in the last decade.
Pick: Belliano @ 11/2 (EW)
2:25pm Sandown – Spirits Bay & Afadil
Spirits Bay (8/1): Thrives going right-handed and has a pull in the weights with rivals he’s faced before. His 5L defeat to Constitution Hill last time is ignored by the handicapper, making him well-treated. Sam Twiston-Davies takes over, adding confidence.
Afadil (12/1): Tanked through his race
at Musselburgh but hit the front too soon. Now 2lb lower than his 2024 win there, he’s a live outsider for Paul Nicholls.
Split Stakes: Back both for coverage in a competitive Imperial Cup.
3:35pm Sandown – Hoe Joly Smoke (Top Pick 🌟)
Hoe Joly Smoke (3/1) returns to the scene of his C&D win in December, now
7lb lower. His Newbury run (bled) can be forgiven, and a strong pace here will suit. Dancing Blue (front-runner) is a threat, but the selection’s untapped potential over fences makes him the standout.
Lock It In: Hoe Joly Smoke @ 3/1
4:10pm Sandown – Coco Mademoiselle
Coco Mademoiselle (9/4) is a potential
chaser in the making. Her Worcester second (jumped well) and Irish point form suggest she’s well-treated off 127. While ground conditions are a slight concern, Dan Skelton’s mare is primed for a big run fresh. Don’t Tell Su (chase debutant) is the main danger.
Pick: Coco Mademoiselle @ 9/4
1:42pm Ayr – Crest Of Fortune
Crest Of Fortune (5/2) travels north for Anthony Honeyball and looks the class act in this novice hurdle. His Ascot run (behind First Confession) was better than it appears, and he’s well-placed to outclass rivals like King Of Answers.
Key Stat: Honeyball’s charge has Grade 1 entries at Cheltenham.
Pick: Crest Of Fortune @ 5/2
