Best Bets: Friday 8 January

ANTIGUA RUM (Trap 6) - 19:18 Romford

ANTIGUA RUM (Trap 6) could offer some value against competition ante-post favourite Newinn Liz in their 19:18 heat as the Essex Vase gets underway at Romford. He came good when it mattered to take the Coronation Cup at the track a year ago and has been shaping up well in spins around Monmore returning from injury. He'll make a big impact if all his old ability remains.

GOLDIES HODDLE (Trap 4) - 20:38 Romford

GOLDIES HODDLE (Trap 4) looks poised for more success in the 20:38 contest. Eighteen wins and a remarkable 50% strike rate at Romford have established Pat Janseens' charge as a firm local favourite and he's expected to lead at every bend and the line once more.

TAKE A CHANCE (Trap 6) - 20:54 Romford

TAKE A CHANCE (Trap 6) can make a successful start at Romford in the 20:54 maiden stayers race. A frequent winner over 480m at Central Park, he got a pleasing sighter of the Essex circuit last week and could be hard to reel in if getting on the bunny in the stripes.