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
2:25pm Wincanton – Olivia Kate & Gentleman Jacques
Olivia Kate (10/3) and Gentleman Jacques (5/1) are the two against the field in this competitive handicap.
Olivia Kate has been raised 5lbs for her strong runner-up finish over 2m5f at Exeter, where she traveled fluently despite jumping left. While her return to a clockwise track is surprising, her right-handed Ludlow win in November and consistent form suggest she’ll handle conditions.
Gentleman Jacques drops back to 2m4f after failing to stay further at Exeter last time. Emma Lavelle’s charge wore a first-time tongue-tie and visor
that day but was too keen early. With Harry Cobden retaining the ride, a more restrained approach could unlock improvement. Heavy ground is a minor concern, but his previous win at this trip signals potential.
Our Bill’s Aunt (unpenalized for last week’s Leicester win) and others add depth, but the duo’s progressive profiles make them the value plays.
Recommendations:
Olivia Kate – 1 pt win @ 10/3
Gentleman Jacques – 1 pt win @ 5/1
2:12pm Southwell – Further Measure (Nap)
Further Measure (3/1) looks poised to defy a 4lb penalty after a dominant course-and-distance win last week. While that race lacked quality, his current streak (2 wins from his last 3) and past success from higher
marks highlight his sharpness.
A potential concern is Sean Bowen replacing Danny Muscutt (0/18 in recent rides), but if the race unfolds as a stamina test – aided by Blue Sky Boy and Dark Mystery forcing the pace – his staying power should prevail.
Recommendation: Further Measure (Nap) – 1 pt win @ 3/1
