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Expert racing bets and tips from talkSPORT for Friday's races at Ayr

Day two of the 2025 Ayr Gold Cup Festival on Friday spotlights two Listed events and the Bronze Cup handicap. Expert analysis by Jake Aldrich.

Expert betting guidance for Friday's horse races at Ayr, showcasing top picks and advice from...
Expert betting guidance for Friday's horse races at Ayr, showcasing top picks and advice from talkSPORT experts

Expert racing bets and tips from talkSPORT for Friday's races at Ayr

Shine On Me, a two-year-old filly, is set to make her UK racing debut in the third race at Ayr on Friday. The event, a competitive Listed race, has attracted 13 runners.

Despite being a maiden after six starts, Shine On Me has shown impressive form in France, finishing a close second to a Group 1 entered filly in a Deauville Listed race. Her last two starts have been particularly promising in the context of this contest. In her last race at Group 3 level, she was not far behind Havanna Anna in third place.

Trainer Karl Burke, who has previously trained Reciprocated over fences at Ayr, including at a height of 1.58 meters, believes the stiff 5f under rain softened ground could be ideal for Shine On Me. He also hints that first-time cheekpieces could be a source of possible improvement for the filly in this race.

Shine On Me has demonstrated form to get off the mark this season, with promising races in defeat. However, the race at Ayr looks weaker than previous contests for the filly. If she can bring her French form to the UK, she could be a strong contender for the win.

The race promises to be a closely fought contest, with a competitive field of 13 runners. Let's wait and see if Shine On Me can finally break her maiden status and shine on the UK racing scene.

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