Fascinating day of racing. However, there is little value to be had. For me it will be mainly a watching brief today.As a professional, there is no point in having bets just for the sake of it. There will be better opportunities along the way.
Quick look at two races from Ascot.
1.15:
My prices for the top three
Top Notch 1/1
Hammersly Lake 4/1
Caid Du Berlais 4/1
Top Notch is the best horse, has to prove he gets the trip.
![Top Notch (near side)](http://www.slh.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Top-Notch-300x225.jpg)
2.25:
Loath to oppose Unowhatimeanharry. Deserves to be at short odds.
French raider Alex De Larredya looked a classy prospect on last outing.
![Alex De Larredya](http://www.slh.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Alex-300x225.jpg)
Will be back for our final blog of the year on boxing day.
Hope you have a good Christmas.