29th October 2025
15:07 Fakenham – Greene King Novices’ Limited Handicap Hurdle (Class 5, 0–95) – 2m
Going: Good to Soft (in places) | Prize: £3,433
Quick Summary
Fakenham’s sharp, undulating circuit often favours nimble jumpers who can sit handy and stay balanced round the bends. With a light cross-wind and a bit of give underfoot, jumping accuracy will count for more than raw pace.
My Thinking
Basilette looks the one still improving; she travelled strongly when winning last time and should cope fine with a little cut in the ground. One Million Dreams remains a maiden but has been knocking on the door and is suited by a truly-run two miles. Alvesta shapes like a grinder who’ll keep on when others cry enough — exactly the type to sneak a place if it turns attritional late on.
Honest John Selections
| Type | Horse | Odds | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win | Basilette | 3/1 | WON 3/1 |
| Main Danger | One Million Dreams | 3/1 | PLACED 10/3.. |
| Each-Way Value | Alvesta | 8/1 | No Contender |
My Verdict
Basilette is taken to follow up with another tidy effort — she jumps neatly and finds plenty for pressure. One Million Dreams rates the danger, while Alvesta appeals for each-way players looking for value.
Honest John Tipster – Straight talk, no fluff, just form.
29th October 2025
15:37 Fakenham – Axe The Racing Tax Mares’ Handicap Chase (Class 4, 0–110) – 2m5f
Going: Good to Soft (in places) | Prize: £4,489
Quick Summary
Six mares line up for this Queen Boudicca qualifier over Fakenham’s sharp fences. With only a small field and fair ground, it should pay to race handy. Recent course winners tend to hold an advantage when rhythm and confidence at the jumps matter most.
My Thinking
Moviddy looks the obvious starting point — she’s in good heart, travels strongly, and her jumping holds up under pressure. Gata Ban rates a lively threat after shaping well in defeat last time and remains on a workable mark. For each-way followers, Fancy Stuff could be the one to stick on late if the leaders cut each other’s throats up front.
Honest John Selections
| Type | Horse | Odds | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win | Moviddy | 7/2 | No contender. |
| Main Danger | Gata Ban | 3/1 | PLACED 7/2 |
| Each-Way Value | Fancy Stuff | 4/1 | WON! 3/1 |
My Verdict
Moviddy looks primed to strike again, especially if getting into an early rhythm round these tight bends. Gata Ban is feared most, while Fancy Stuff appeals as the each-way saver.
Honest John Tipster – Straight talk, no fluff, just form.