Sixtygeesbaby Aims to Shine in Ripon Feature Race

As the 2026 racing season kicks off at Ripon, the Armstrong Memorial Handicap features Sixtygeesbaby, who is looking to improve upon a solid stable debut at Doncaster. Having switched to David O'Meara's yard from Tom Clover's in March, Sixtygeesbaby's previous performance indicates that he may be more competitive in this hot handicap. Bettors should note that he wasn't far off the pace in his last outing and may benefit from increased fitness in this race.

American Style, another contender, seeks to regain form after a challenging end to last season, where he struggled to secure a win. Given that he returns to Ripon, the site of his last victory over the same distance, bettors might consider his potential for a comeback. Meanwhile, Modern Times, who hasn't raced since winning at this course and distance last June, presents an intriguing option, especially with a favorable weight advantage over the top contenders. Additionally, Storm Esme, who has shown promise as a juvenile, will attempt to defy a 4lbs rise in the Ripon Silver Bowl Handicap, making her a horse to watch from a betting perspective.