Ascot Racing Tips for Saturday, January 10th 2026

We have expert betting tips for racing at Ascot on Saturday, which includes nine races on the premier card.

Punters get good value odds for the Western Australian meeting, and we have betting tips for every race on the card.

Ascot horse racing tips

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Race 1. (15:39) Tabtouch Westspeed Handicap (1600m)

#6 – Tousled Crown

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We’re backing Tousled Crown to score back-to-back wins after saluting at Pinjarra in fine style.

The four-year-old mare by Maschino won by 2.8 lengths, and she shouldn’t find this any harder with 55.5kg on her back.

Include her in picks in the opening race.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 2. (16:19) Magic Millions Plate (1100m)

#4 – Optimus Prime

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Optimus Prime is a well-related type who looked good when scoring a trial win at Lark Hill to prepare for this race.

The two-year-old son of Safeguard meets a tough field to kick off his career, but he’s in good hands, and a good run is expected.

It could pay to follow any positive betting moves.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 3. (16:59) Mrs Mac's BM66 (1000m)

#6 – Amaroo Star

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Amaroo Star was too good for them last time out when scoring at Ascot, which is good form for this race.

The four-year-old son of Sessions owns four wins from 11 starts, so his winning record is tough to look past at this level.

Having William Pike in the saddle only adds to his appeal.

Stake: 2 Units

Race 4. (17:39) Glenroy Chaff Plate (1400m)

#2 – Western Ace

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Western Ace didn’t have much luck in running last start, but he still put them away by a length at Ascot.

The three-year-old son of I’m All the Talk could have a bright future, and it’s another good ride for Pike on Saturday.

We expect shortening odds on race day, so take the opening price.

Stake: 2.5 Units

Race 5. (18:14) Happy 80th Sean Twomey BM66 (2200m)

#8 – Hard Questions

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Looking to score at Ascot in his first try is Hard Questions, who has solid recent form at Geraldton.

The seven-year-old son of Contributer is a five-time winner overall, and although this is a harder race, getting 55kg is a bonus.

We expect him to run well at nice odds.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 6. (18:50) Vale Gerald Patterson BM72 (1400m)

#5 – Timeless Gem

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Timeless Gem owns three wins from his last four starts, and with four wins overall, he’s a smart type in the making.

The four-year-old son of I Am Immortal loves a bit of moisture in the surface, so he should get conditions to suit on Saturday.

Barrier four with Pike riding adds to his appeal.

Stake: 2.5 Units

Race 7. (21:26) Morley Growers Market 1MW (1200m)

#1 – All Grunt

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All Grunt looked good last campaign when posting three wins and three placings from seven starts, including two wins at Ascot.

He should only be better with a spell under his belt, and getting the inside draw could be all he needs to post a victory.

He’s unbeaten fresh up in two attempts, which bodes well.

Stake: 2 Units

Race 8. (20:02) Miss Andretti Stakes (1100m)

#9 – Jaz Session @ $3.80

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Jaz Session has a lovely record at Ascot with 11 starts for four wins and five placings, and carrying 54kg makes her tough to hold out.

She is good enough to beat the favourite, and after opening at $4.60, her odds have steadily firmed throughout the week.

She owns a nice turn-of-foot, which is another positive.

Stake: 2 Units

Race 9. (20:39) MCA Polytrack 1MW (1400m)

#12 – Return of the Mach

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Adam Durrant lines up the four-year-old mare who owns two wins and three placings from seven starts.

She is a nice type on the rise, and a win on Saturday isn’t beyond her after finishing third behind Salty Miss last time out.

It’s a good form guide, so include her at each-way odds.

Stake: 1 Unit

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After graduating from the University of Auckland (BA - English), Daryl was thrown into the world of sports and horse racing journalism.

Having worked as a racing journalist for two years, he decided to move into the online world of horse racing and sports writing. After years of honing his craft, Daryl became a professional punter in 2009 - with a focus on horse racing, NRL, AFL, NBA, Rugby, NFL, and US college sports.

Daryl's tips have been featured on various websites around the world before joining the GoBet team. When he's not working, Daryl tries to avoid making bogeys on the golf course.