Today's Racing Tips: NAPs & Selections for Friday 8th August 2025
Alongside RaceOlly’s racing tips today for Friday, we take a look at the latest NAPs Table and break down the top three tipsters’ best bets. We’ll also round up some fresh racing news as Shergar Cup weekend looms, setting the stage for an exciting day at Ascot
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Friday's Naps Leaderboard Top Three
There’s no stopping Chris Connolly (Norwich Evening News) at the moment, as he keeps his place at the top of the NAPs leaderboard with a healthy cushion over the rest of the field. For Friday’s action he’s looking to extend that advantage by putting his faith in SPRING BLOOM, who lines up in the 19:05 at Newmarket. The market currently has him at 8/1, and plenty will fancy his chances of delivering again.
Sitting in second spot, InsideTraxs.co.uk need a result to close the gap, and their hopes rest on NEWYORKSTATEOFMIND in the 14:00 at Brighton. At odds of 11/5 when we checked, this one could provide exactly the boost they’re chasing.
Third-placed Steve Mullington (William Hill Racing) turns his attention to SILENT APPLAUSE in the 17:40 at Haydock. Sent off at a short 4/5 in the early betting, this pick won’t overhaul Connolly’s tally even if it lands, but it might well put the pressure on InsideTraxs in the battle for second.
Today’s Top Three NAPs
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Chris Connolly – Spring Bloom – 19:05 Newmarket – 8/1 – P&L: +£39.38
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InsideTraxs.co.uk – Newyorkstateofmind – 14:00 Brighton – 11/5 – P&L: +£16.78
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Steve Mullington – Silent Applause – 17:40 Haydock – 4/5 – P&L: +£12.62
The front three have been consistent all week, but as always, one big-priced winner from lower down the standings could quickly change the picture.
RaceOlly's Friday Selections
RaceOlly turns his attention to the seaside action at Brighton and the competitive card at Thirsk for Friday’s tips. Both meetings offer intriguing betting opportunities, and you can scroll down to see his full set of selections for the day.
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Today's Race Meetings
| Meeting | First Race Time |
|---|---|
| Brighton | 13:35 |
| Thirsk | 13:50 |
| Chelmsford | 15:00 |
| Chepstow | 17:30 |
| Leopardstown | 18:00 |
Racing News Round-Up
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Gold Cup Winner Minella Indo Bows Out - Winner of the 2021 Gold Cup and a gallant second in 2022, Henry De Bromhead's legendary star Minella Indo was yesterday retired from racing at the ripe age of 13. He also won an Albert Bartlett and placed in a Grand National in what was an iconic NH career.
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Gstaad and True Love Set For Curragh Clash - Two exciting Ballydoyle juvenile Royal Ascot winners are set to lock horns at the Curragh this weekend. Ryan Moore has a decision to make on who he'll ride!