Overview: A full afternoon of flat racing across Haydock, Goodwood, and Bath, before the jumps action fires up in the evening at Worcester and Downpatrick, with Pontefract also on the level. Three very different horses today — a quirky flat performer returning to form, a chaser taking a potentially transformative step up in obstacles, and a big-priced hunter chaser with a Grade One pedigree who could prove miles clear if he brings anything close to his old ability.
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4:52 Goodwood — Oliver Show
A quirky performer with real ability — he went close in last year’s Lincoln and the talent is not in question. He remains a maiden on turf, but returns from a pipe-opener at Newbury in better heart, drops into a lower grade today, and benefits from a talented claimer. The pieces are there for this to be the day he finally delivers on the flat.
4:57 Worcester — Bongo Man
Sean Bowen takes the mount as Bongo Man shoulders top weight against just four rivals in what is a low-grade maiden hurdle contest. The key thing here is that he goes over fences for the first time — and that switch to the bigger obstacles has the potential to unlock a completely different horse. This is not a strong race, and the upgrade in trip could suit. Each-way interest at minimum.
8:00 Downpatrick — Ramillies
Our big-price selection of the day. Ramillies goes in the 3m 5f hunters chase at 25/1 overnight for the David Christie yard, with a 7lb claimer taking off the weight. The key fact here is the form book: this horse was a Grade One winner for Willie Mullins and Paul Townend. He has been disappointing lately, but his ratings put him miles clear of this field if he finds anything approaching his old level at the age of 11. The talent is undeniable. At 25/1 you don’t need much.
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❓ FAQ: Today’s Daily Trio — 22 May 2026
What is today’s Daily Trio?
Today’s three selections are Oliver Show in the 4:52 at Goodwood, Bongo Man in the 4:57 at Worcester, and Ramillies in the 8:00 at Downpatrick.
Why is Ramillies selected at 25/1?
Ramillies is a former Grade One winner who runs in the 3m 5f hunters chase at Downpatrick. His recent form has been disappointing, but his ratings put him well clear of these rivals on best form. With a 7lb claimer on board and the talent he has shown at the top level, the overnight price of 25/1 looks generous if he turns up anywhere near his old ability.
What is significant about Bongo Man’s run at Worcester?
Bongo Man has been running over hurdles but makes his debut over fences at Worcester today. Switching to the larger obstacles can be transformative for horses, and he takes on just four rivals in a low-grade contest, with Sean Bowen in the saddle. Top weight is a concern, but the class of the race makes that manageable.
Why is Oliver Show still a maiden on turf?
Oliver Show is described as a quirky performer — he has the talent, as shown by going close in last year’s Lincoln, but has not managed to convert that ability into a win on turf. He returns from a pipe-opener at Newbury, drops in class today, and has a talented claimer riding. The conditions look as favourable as they have been.
Which racecourses feature in today’s Daily Trio?
Today’s selections come from three different venues — Goodwood for Oliver Show, Worcester for Bongo Man, and Downpatrick for Ramillies. Afternoon flat racing also takes place at Haydock, Bath, and Pontefract today.
How does the Daily Trio staking work?
The Daily Trio is built around three singles and a treble. A popular example stake is 3 × £8 singles and a £6 treble — a total outlay of £30. One winner roughly covers stake, two winners return a profit, and three winners deliver the full treble return.
Where can I track the Daily Trio results?
All Daily Trio selections and results are tracked transparently in the Daily Trio P&L Tracker on KickTheBookies. Every result is published — nothing is hidden.
