Horse Racing NAPs

What Is a NAP of the Day?

A NAP of the day is a tipster's most confident bet for any given day.

The term originates from horse racing tradition, derived from the card game Napoleon, in which NAP denoted the highest-value call a player could make.

That meaning carried directly into racing - the NAP is the one bet a tipster is putting above everything else that day. It is the standout pick, backed with the most confidence. 

Today's NAP of the Day

Our NAP of the day is published ahead of the day's racing, presented with the full reasoning behind the selection so you can make your own informed decision.

The selection is either Dave Revers' best bet of the day or the highest-rated horse identified through our Racing Ratings tool. Each NAP comes with the race details, odds and a clear explanation of why this horse has been identified above all others. 

NAP of the Day at Major Festivals

Cheltenham Festival NAP of the Day

Cheltenham is arguably the most important week in the racing calendar, and our NAP selection process reflects that.

There is a greater emphasis placed on course form at Cheltenham - horses who have proven they can handle the unique track and the intense festival atmosphere are given a preference over those making their debut.

Royal Ascot NAP of the Day

Royal Ascot is another major festival, which means course form is prioritised.

This event brings together the best flat horses in Europe across five days in June, and horses who have won at a previous Royal Ascot meeting carry significant weight in the analysis.

The draw and going conditions are also particularly influential at Ascot, and both are factored into each day's NAP.

How We Pick Our NAP of the Day

Our Tipster Panel

Our NAP of the day is produced by Dave Revers, our dedicated racing tipster and the driving force behind our horse racing content.

Dave brings over a decade of experience studying form across flat and jumps racing, with a particular strength in identifying horses whose recent form understates their true ability.

Our Approach to Track Record

We track every NAP published on Andy's Bet Club, recording the selection, recommended odds and result.

Every selection is recorded and reviewed, and the full history of our NAP selections is available. Honest tracking is the foundation of credible tipping, and that commitment to transparency shapes how we present our record.

How We Use Data

Our NAP selections are underpinned by two tools which assist with analysis. Racing Ratings provides performance ratings for horses across all major meetings, comparing horses on a consistent scale rather than relying solely on raw finishing positions.

Racing Hit Rates tracks how horses have historically performed in terms of finishing, and allows you to filter by distance and ground. Both tools are available on the site and are worth exploring alongside our daily NAP selections.

Racing Festivals and Major Events We Cover

Our NAP coverage extends across the full British racing calendar, with dedicated content for every major meeting of the year.

Beyond Cheltenham and Royal Ascot, we cover the Grand National at Aintree, along with the Epsom Derby and Oaks in June. Glorious Goodwood in late July and the York Ebor and Dante meetings are also covered in full, with NAP selections published for each day of those festivals.

The aim is to have our best analysis available for every significant fixture in the calendar, not just the headline events.

Best Bookmakers for Racing NAPs

For horse racing NAP selections, bet365 is our recommended platform.

Their Best Odds Guaranteed offer means that if the SP on your selection comes in higher than the price you took at the time of placing, your winnings are automatically paid at the higher price.

Bet365 also offers regular racing price boosts and promotions for existing customers, making them a strong option for daily racing bets. Visit the bet365 offer page here for the latest available offer.

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NAP of the Day FAQs

What does NAP mean in horse racing?

In racing, NAP refers to a tipster's most confident selection of the day, above all other picks. It is more than just a recommended bet - it is the one selection the tipster has chosen to back with maximum conviction.

How is the NAP of the day chosen?

Our NAP is either Dave Revers' best bet of the day or the highest-rated horse from our Racing Ratings tool.

The selection process takes in recent form, course record, going conditions, trainer and jockey statistics, and the current market price.

The NAP is only published when there is a clear, well-evidenced case for one selection above all others on the card.

Is the NAP of the day free?

Yes, our NAP selection and the reasoning behind it are free to read without any registration or subscription. We publish the selection as expert content rather than as a promotional tool tied to any bookmaker offer.

How often is the NAP of the day updated?

A new NAP is published each day that racing takes place, typically in the morning ahead of the first race.

During major festivals such as Cheltenham and Royal Ascot, a fresh selection is published for each day of the meeting.

On quieter days in the racing calendar, coverage focuses on the highest-quality fixtures available.

What is the difference between a NAP and a banker?

There is a slight difference - a NAP is the best selection for a given day, in terms of value.

A banker, meanwhile, is a selection considered close to a certainty, so it is often used as the anchor leg of an accumulator rather than a standalone bet.

The two terms are sometimes used interchangeably, but a banker is primarily about near-certainty and low odds rather than value.