
Cartmel Racing Preview: Thursday 16 July 2026 Tips & Analysis
Seven races on Good to Firm ground await at Cartmel this Thursday afternoon — Sarah Mitchell picks through the card and finds her best bets.

Horse Racing Writer
Sarah Mitchell is a lifelong horse racing enthusiast and animal welfare advocate. After studying Equine Science at the University of Nottingham, she spent several years working in thoroughbred aftercare before turning to racing journalism. Sarah brings a unique perspective to Paddock Punter, combining deep knowledge of horse welfare with insightful race analysis.

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