Today's Ayr Tips, Racecards And Results
Today at Ayr Racecourse (Saturday 20 June 2026) there are 7 races scheduled; the first race is at 13:48. Ayr is located at Ayr Racecourse Office, 2 Whitletts Road, Ayr KA8 0JE — easy access by road (A758) and close to Ayr station.
Ayr Tips
Below are the tipster selections for the meeting. Use the table to scroll horizontally — the first column (time) is locked for easy reference.
| Time | D Express | Daily Mail | Daily Mirror | Daily Record | GG | NEWMARKET | POSTDATA | RP Ratings | TOPSPEED | Telegraph | The Guardian | The Star | The Sun | The Times |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:48 | Thebesthasyetocome | Maximus Meridius | Maximus Meridius | Maximus Meridius | Statten Island | Statten Island | Statten Island | Statten Island | Thebesthasyetocome | Statten Island | Statten Island | Statten Island | ||
| 14:18 | Wee Mary | Auntie Jo | King Of The Jungle | Wee Mary | Ski Angel | King Of The Jungle | King Of The Jungle | King Of The Jungle | Ski Angel | Wee Mary | King Of The Jungle | Ski Angel | ||
| 14:53 | Humble Spark | Humble Spark | Square Necker | Square Necker | Square Necker | Square Necker | Dancingwithmyself | Square Necker | Oneforthegutter | Divine Knight | Square Necker | Square Necker | Dancingwithmyself | Boatswain |
| 15:28 | No Nay Nevermind | Monhammer | Lanarra | Lanarra | Lanarra | Lope Y Linda | Trais Fluors | Lanarra | Approaching Dawn | Lanarra | Ridgemaster | Approaching Dawn | ||
| 16:08 | Rose Of Honour | Cardiff By The Sea | Beautiful Diamond | Beautiful Diamond | Beautiful Diamond | Kinswoman | Beautiful Diamond | Beautiful Diamond | Luna A Inbhir Nis | Beautiful Diamond | Rose Of Honour | Beautiful Diamond | Beautiful Diamond | Luna A Inbhir Nis |
| 16:48 | Milford Grange | Milford Grange | Real Jack | Milford Grange | Milford Grange | Milford Grange | Milford Grange | Horace Wallace | Milford Grange | Horace Wallace | Milford Grange | Milford Grange | ||
| 17:23 | Oriental Prince | Eternal Sunshine | Kelpie Grey | Parisiac | Novamay | Parisiac | Novamay | Roberto Caro | Oriental Prince | Eternal Sunshine | Parisiac | Parisiac |
Ayr – Stats & Pointers
Key course metrics and pointers to help guide selections — short, stats-led notes on horses, trainers and jockeys who stand out at Ayr.
Horses To Note
- Beautiful Diamond — 3 runs, 3 wins (100%), 3 places (100%), prize money £75,140.75. Unbeaten in three starts here: a clear course specialist and one to oppose only if conditions markedly different.
- Prince Of Pillo — 2 runs, 2 wins (100%), 2 places (100%), prize money £23,642.05. Small sample but perfect strike-rate; value when entered in similar company.
- Novamay — 1 run, 1 win (100%), prize money £4,187.20. Single-run winner — keep an eye on progression and draw/ground on quick returns.
- Parisiac — 4 runs, 2 wins (50%), 3 places (75%), prize money £16,096.90. Consistent at the track — often competitive and frequently in the frame.
- Luna A Inbhir Nis — 2 runs, 1 win (50%), 1 place (50%), prize money £4,928.10. Quick to strike; looks solid in low-to-mid grade company here.
Trainers To Note
- Archie Watson — 32 runs, 15 wins (46.88%), 22 places (68.75%), prize money £121,121.69. Exceptional strike-rate at Ayr — follow entries from this yard closely.
- William Haggas — 24 runs, 8 wins (33.33%), 14 places (58.33%), prize money £187,102.55. Big-yard horses who handle quick turnaround often; strong profile for pattern and big handicaps.
- Roger Varian — 17 runs, 4 wins (23.53%), 10 places (58.82%), prize money £136,704.10. Reliable at the course — often targets suitable conditions with well-prepared types.
- Simon & Ed Crisford — 14 runs, 3 wins (21.43%), 6 places (42.86%), prize money £32,836.39. Productive stable when they send here; watch for entries with solid form lines.
- K R Burke — 134 runs, 23 wins (17.16%), 46 places (34.33%), prize money £508,219.66. High volume operator with regular winners — statistically valuable in depth bets.
Jockeys To Note
- Jack Mitchell — 10 rides, 3 wins (30%), 4 places (40%), prize money £70,313.00. Strong strike-rate when booked here — short-list his rides.
- Harry Davies — 11 rides, 2 wins (18.18%), 8 places (72.73%), prize money £32,926.10. High place rate suggests good judgement in close finishes.
- Barry McHugh — 11 rides, 2 wins (18.18%), 3 places (27.27%), prize money £19,271.36. Capable in front-running and small-field scenarios.
- Paul Mulrennan — 443 rides, 76 wins (17.16%), 175 places (39.5%), prize money £741,280.00. Vast experience and consistent returns — a valuable booking to respect.
- Lauren Young — 54 rides, 8 wins (14.81%), 18 places (33.33%), prize money £71,052.20. Productive when partnered with progressive types at the course.
Ayr Tips and Today’s Races
If you’re looking for the best tips for Ayr, make sure to check out our free through-the-card tips, as well as our top tips section, which includes our NAP of the day.
Our racecards are also available for every meeting each day, which show all the key information you need for Ayr or any other racecourse across the UK & Ireland. Key information on our racecards include which stall the horses are drawn in, their form, who their trainer is and which jockey is riding etc.
Ayr Race Results
You can also check out all the latest results from previous meetings at Ayr. Looking at previous results can prove informative, for example you might find that a jockey has an excellent recent record when riding at Ayr.
Racecourse Guide
Recognised as the premier racecourse in Scotland and hosts regular flat and jump meetings. Its main highlights are the Scottish Grand National held in April and the Western Meeting on the Flat in September that features the Ayr Gold Cup. The left-handed course is approximately one and a half miles in circumference, and tends to suit long-striding gallopers, providing a searching test of stamina in rain-softened conditions.
Contact and Location
Ayr Racecourse, Whitletts Rd, Ayr KA8 0JE. United Kingdom.
Official Website: http://www.ayr-racecourse.co.uk
Dining, Hospitality & Facilities
For a finer, premium experience there are a trio of hospitality options available – Silver, Gold and Platinum. Each option includes a four course meal, drinks package, Bucks Fizz reception, free car parking and a Club Enclosure ticket.
Tickets
There are two ticket options available at Ayr racecourse:
- Grandstand Enclosure. Gives access to the Grandstand and the Sports Bar on the ground floor of the Princess Royal Stand. The latter is seen as one of the top grandstand facilities in the United Kingdom. Also have access to the Parade Ring in this enclosure.
- Club Enclosure. Entitles you to access to all public on course facilities, including the Champagne Bar & Gardens. Also have access to view the Pre-Parade ring, as well as all the facilities that you get with a Grandstand ticket.
The Effect of the Draw
Over 5f and 6f, there is a preference for high drawn numbers.
Local Knowledge
Taxis
- Gribbens Taxis (0.7 miles away)
Tel: +44 1292 260000 - Mainline Taxis (0.9 miles away)
Tel: +44 1292 880808 - Ayr-Taxi (0.9 miles away)
Tel: +44 7840 095505
Places to Stay
- Travelodge Hotels (1.1 miles away)
Highfield Drive, Ayr KA8 9SH, UK
Tel: +44 871 984 6321 - Arrandale Hotel (1.2 miles away)
2-4 Cassillis Street, Ayr KA7 1DW, UK
Tel: +44 1292 289959 - Glen Park Hotel (1.2 miles away)
5 Racecourse Road, Ayr KA7 2DG, UK
Tel: +44 1292 263891
Places to Eat
- Lucky Star Cafe (0.7 miles away)
50 George Street, Ayr KA8 0BN, UK
Tel: +44 1292 610410 - At Home Thai & Grill (0.9 miles away)
95-97 New Road, Tam’s Brig, Ayr KA8 8DD, UK
Tel: +44 1292 285856 - Vito’s Italian Restaurant (0.9 miles away)
27 Burns Statue Square, Ayr KA7 1SU, UK
Tel: +44 1292 290777