Ayr Tips

Established in 1907, Ayr Racecourse is a hub for both flat and jumps racing events all year long. It boasts an impressive tally of nineteen awards for Best Racecourse in Scotland and the North East, as recognized by the Racegoers Club.

Strategically placed on Scotland's southwest coast, Ayr Racecourse is renowned as a premier venue in the nation, hosting significant events like the Scottish Grand National and the Ayr Gold Cup.

Ayr Betting Tips

Throughout the year, Ayr Racecourse is home to numerous major races, showcasing highlights like the prestigious Ayr Gold Cup, a celebrated UK sprint handicap, which commands attention every September. Aintree All Ayr racing betting advice is crafted by our resident expert, Will Smith, who's known for his well-informed daily and ante-post picks. Will's expertise extends beyond free Ayr race tips, offering daily EW Lucky 15s accessible via WhichBookie and our easy-to-join Telegram channel.

Whether you're after betting strategies for the Ayr Gold Cup, Scottish Grand National, or other key events, look no further than the top of this page for the latest insights.

Planning your wagers for Ayr this Saturday? Find the latest tips at the page's top, updated each morning at around 8-9 AM for optimal preparation.

Ayr Betting Tips Saturday

Our tipsters sometimes publish early ante-post predictions, especially for significant races like the Ayr Gold Cup, so bookmark this page for timely updates and daily Ayr race insights.

Ayr Racecourse offers a varied schedule of both flat and jumps racing on its dual tracks throughout the year.

Ayr Racecourse

The first track at Ayr is designed for flat racing, accommodating distances from 5 furlongs to 2 miles and 1 furlong.

Ayr Flat Course

With a unique left-handed oval shape, the flat track spans approximately 12 furlongs, featuring a half-mile run-in and a six-furlong chute ideal for sprints.

Its expansive layout allows for up to 28 horses, creating a competitive environment.

The jumps course, containing nine fences, follows a left-handed, half-mile loop mostly downhill with a slight uphill approach to the finish.

Ayr Jumps Course

This particular track is dedicated to hurdle races, ranging from 2 miles and 1 furlong to 3 miles and 3 furlongs, along with chases extending up to just over 4 miles.

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Ayr Feature Races

Scottish National Festival – This two-day April event gathers over 20,000 fans annually, headlined by the Scottish Grand National.

Ayr Gold Cup – Celebrated as one of Scotland’s best days of flat racing, featuring key races like the Firth Of Clyde Stakes, Doonside Cup, and the iconic Ayr Gold Cup in September, which hasn’t seen repeated winners since the 1800s.

Arran Scottish Fillies' Sprint Stakes

Other notable races at Ayr include:

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The Ayr Gold Cup is a renowned flat handicap race, eagerly awaited each September as part of the Ayr Gold Cup Festival.

Ayr Gold Cup Betting Tips

As with any major race, our Ayr Gold Cup insights are available for all WhichBookie visitors, with fresh tips displayed prominently at the top.

Betting Insights for the Scottish Grand National

Despite not matching the Aintree Grand National in size, the Scottish Grand National remains a celebrated race at Ayr, drawing many bettors yearly.

Taking place a few weeks after Aintree's event, the Scottish Grand National features 21 competitors. Will Smith offers his expert tips in the run-up to the event.

Armed with Ayr betting tips, it's time to choose your bets and decide on a bookie. Which one will you trust?

Ayr Betting Sites

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A left-handed, galloping layout ideal for horses with ample stride.

Betting Tips For Ayr

Flat

• Note the potential of Iain Jardine's outsiders especially at distances up to 1 mile (3/44 plus placements at 16/1, 20/1, 16/1, and 33/1) since 2017.
• Pay heed to William Haggas's entries (8/14) when traveling from Newmarket.
• Nicky Richards's runners warrant respect, particularly in bumpers and over fences.
• Draw bias varies by meeting

Jumps

• Note the potential of Iain Jardine's outsiders especially at distances up to 1 mile (3/44 plus placements at 16/1, 20/1, 16/1, and 33/1) since 2017.
• Brian Hughes/Donald McCain duo commands regard in jump events.
• Tim Vaughan's long-distance travelers are noteworthy (3/5 since 2017).
• Laura Morgan's runners have a commendable record (3/11 with 7 placements collectively).
• Keep Gordon Elliott’s runners in mind.
• Left-handed track with challenging fences.
• Racecourse location and general details.