BALLYMORE NOVICES' HURDLE
DÉCOR IRLANDAIS – Ran well at Warwick in the Leamington but
his form overall is not enough to win this and he’s some way off
EASYWORK – Level of form looks easy enough to pick apart in
terms of not looking top Grade. Certainly still a very nice sort sport hood
this season
ENVOI ALLEN – Just looks all class. Pleased they’ve kept him
fresh for this as I thought at Leopardstown last season he was a bit
underwhelming in the Grand scheme on things but still got the job done here in
the Champion Bumper. Don’t think he’ll ever win by a wide margin but he settles
in a race, he jumps nice, he’s brave and he’s got a bit about him before a race
too. He’s the type of horse who knows what his job is, knows he’s got a serious
engine and that confidence means he’s unopposable here and I think a good few
horses are swerving him which speaks volumes
GETWAY FRED – I think he’ll make into a nice chaser but form
over hurdles is not up to this although step up in trip should answer some
questions
LONGHOUSE POET – Type to run well without looking like the
winner I think, tongue tie all season but has reasonable level of form,
although 7ls to find with ENVOI on their Slaney Novices hurdle run. Another one
of the four from that Punchestown bumper which I think is nice form
MOSSY FEN – Very nice horse but depth of his form is not up
to winning this although I think he’s better than his 3m run round here would
suggest
SHAKEM UP’ARRY – Well
beaten by SHISHKIN but that could look nice form if he were to run well in the
Supreme and the step up trip is probably a good move but this is a hard race to
break your duck (understatement of the week)
SHAN BLUE – Another beaten 11l by SHISKIN but that came over
the middle trip. Something to find on form with a couple here and I just simply
don’t think he’ good enough
SON OF CAMAS – Fresh from a Wind Op after a very poor
showing in the Tolworth. If he was going to be considered any sort of player
here he should have won that so hard to forgive him
SPORTING JOHN – Visually very impressive on debut at Exeter
and that was a deep enough race for a starting point (HARRY SENIOR, BULLIONAIRE
in behind). Carried that impression on when quickening clear from the back of
the last at Ascot much like in that debut run. Two HUGE niggles for me is that
he missed the Ballymore Trial here won by Harry Senior when conditions etc
looked to suit so possible swerved a classier looking race with ROLAND in
there, and that as well as he found for pressure on that debut win at Exeter he
was taken off his feet a bit and there won’t be much give in the Gallop of a
Ballymore. Does looks potentially classy enough to handle both those doubts
though
THE BIG BREAKAWAY – Arguably looks to pick of The BIG’S and
came with a reputation which often helps peak the interest. Hard to really
knock what he’s done other than he’s not really come up against much. Might
have wanted another run and the fact they’re minding him would hint that he’s
more of a long term prospect so that would be a slight concern going into a red
hot Ballymore where you’d think nothing short of peak performance would be
enough
THE BIG GETAWAY – If this lad had social media I reckon he’d
be feeling sorry for himself. All this talk about SHISKIN & ASTERION having
to be split so the owner has a Ballymore chance and this lad has already
cemented his place to my mind as a player. Lacks any form outside bumpers or
Maidens so clearly a big step up in class and into the unknown and would want
to have improved again from last win (beat 120 horse who won after by 17l). BIG
horse, who has solid enough bumper form for me in behind FIDDLERONTHEROOF and
in that bumper with SIXSHOOTER, SOVIET PIMPERNEL & LONGHOUSE POET. Can’t
afford to make any mistakes like on his hurdle debut but lovely prospect
Summary – This looks a seriously
exciting race to kick us off and we’ve got plenty of nice horses running at big
prices. That is testament to ENVOI ALLEN though and there’s no doubt he is the one
to beat. The prices have dried up close behind him now so I’d only be able to suggest
LONGHOUSE POET as a value pick at this stage although the market has this about
right, bar him
Selection – ENVOI ALLEN
Lively Outsider – LONGHOUSE POET
RSA NOVICES' CHASE
ALLAHO – Decent Graded hurdle form last season which would
leave him a bit to find with MINELLA INDO but his latest win undoubtedly caught
the eye and gave the impression he has a very smart future over fences. He’s
only 6 so lacks a bit of experience like MINELLA INDO but Willie did it with
DON POLI who if you look back at his career took in a few of the same races. You
have to trust the master but I can’t feeling he might have been better in the
Marsh (had the same view with AL BOUM PHOTO)
AYE RIGHT – Hacked up in a match the last day and wasn’t far
off SAM SPINNER when unseating before that. No doubt this is a step up but half
a chance at a big price
BATLEOVERDOYEN – I won’t dwell on the fact I didn’t expect
him to travel and how poor he was here last year after not eating up but that
is worth keeping in mind. I thought he could win at Leopardstown when he fell when
beaten but there’s no doubt he’s a classy horse. I’m just worried about him not putting it all
in on every race
CASTLEBAWN WEST – Bit to find on form this season but step
up at least does look to be a huge plus although he wasn’t every at the races here
in the Ballymore last year which is a concern
CHAMP – He’s been at the head of this market since the back
end of last season and you’d have to say it’s deserved. Second in a Ballymore
won nicely at Aintree over 3m since. Always promised to make into a better
chaser and started this season having never finished outside the first 2 in any
race.
I harped on about this plenty least season but just a
friendly reminder that he was a second season novice last term. If he had not
been narrowly beaten by another one of Daryl’s guilty pleasures VINNDICATION
back in January 2018 he would have already been chasing and would have had to
go in what clearly reads as a very strong RSA renewal from last season. So, the
point of that reminder; in terms of development he could have been talked about
here with the Gold Cup in mind and 5 of the first 6 in the betting are also
aged 8 with only DELTA WORK the exception who is a year younger
Now over fences he oozes class and without doubt he’s the
one they all have to beat. The clear problem now is that he is beatable as is
any novice. You don’t want to come in here off the back of a fall but 3 of the
last 10 winners had suffered a fall that season (WEAPON’S AMNESTY, BLAKLION,
MIGHT BITE) but they all raced and won after. Now hindsight is a wonderful
thing, but considering nothing could go with CHAMP in the dipper, or rather
nothing wanted to go that quick, you could argue that Nicky Henderson should
have put another horse in there to keep him company. This better Grade of race,
regardless how shallow it might look, will ensure that he’s not on his own.
It’s also a benefit to learn about him appearing to need company at his fences
before the RSA so I think on balance he’ll have schooled enough since and he’ll
win
COPPERHEAD – Decent winner of a reasonable looking
Reynoldstown renewal but wherever he lines up you’d have to worry about what’s
that taken out of him. Lovely attitude but not sure he’s the class of some of
these and for now I struggle to get away
from the fact he won his first hurdles race off 104 (Jan 19) and his first
Chase off 125 (Dec 19). Those that saw him as the potential improver will be on
a big prices but from a pools perspective, and only 3 spots up for grabs, I’d
want him off my slip and beaten so and he can take a good % of the units with
him
EASY GAME – Solid enough run behind FAUGHEEN and of course
beat ALLAHO the time before that. He does look to be suited by a step up in
trip and it wouldn’t need to unlock much improvement for him to play a leading
role but on jockey bookings he’s not the first string which is notable
MINELLA INDO – Lightly raced before winning the Albert
Bartlett and backed that up at Punchestown. Clearly a very good horse who
benefits from him racing and the further they go with him the better I think. I
haven’t been given the impression on either start this season that we’re
looking at a Grade 1 winning chaser just yet, so for me he certainly needs to
step forward but he’s entitled to given he’s only had the two spins over fences
and 7 runs under rules
PYM – Pulled up latest in the race won by COPPERHEAD. Nice
enough sort but shouldn’t be up to this
SLATE HOUSE – seemed a bit of a strange entry in the
Cotswold Chase and despite winning the Feltham as that was going to be very
tough so on that running I’d think he might be better back in trip for
Cheltenham in the JLT. Take that line off form away and he comes here with a
chance, although he did idle at Kempton
Summary – I do still think CHAMP is
the one to beat here and I’m sticking to my guns that ALLAHO wouldn’t have been
better at the middle trip this year although this race might be better for his
future. He’s clearly a very good horse but him and COPPERHEAD are two I’d be
keen to take on towards the head of the market. MINELLA INDO clearly has a chance
but I haven’t seen any spark in him this season, but he was very similar last
term and of course has won round here.
EASY GAME should run
well not up in trip and if the real BATTLEOVERDOYEN turns up he could certainly
play a part. SLATE HOUSE I’m not sold on in this Grade despite winning the
Kauto Star Novices’ Chase and if I was looking for one at a price I’d suggest
AYE RIGHT is big
Selection – CHAMP
Lively Outsider – AYE RIGHT
CORAL CUP HANDICAP HURDLE
KILFENORA – Well held by CRACKING SMART when beaten
favourite last month and meets that rival on 1lb worse times for a 14l beating
CRACKING SMART – Once touted as an RSA type and possible
lively outsider for the Stayers hurdle so no real shock to see him win the
Boyne hurdle but it’s tougher now although clearly in good form
EGLANTINE DU SEUIL – Big price winner of the mares novice
last year so clearly likes the course and not been in great form this term but
could run well without ever looking the winner
BACHASSON – Once thought of as a Gold Cup horse and his
hurdle ratings does look light. Failed to complete in two tries here so hard to
judge how he handles the course truly and I just think he’s capable of a bold
show
BALLYMOY – 0 from 3 over fences earlier this season and wasn’t
great back over hurdles. Capable sort on his day but not sure this is his
sphere to shine
FRANCO DE PORT – Willie Mullins was hoping to get this lad
into the Martin Pipe so for backers of anything else in that race you owe the British
Handicapper a pint. Nice horse, clearly better he’s shown the last twice when
tried in Grade 3 company and looks to be ready for a bold show now upped in
trip
TOP MOON – This would demand a career high and looking held
now
BIRCHDALE – Just the one spin over fences this season and was
pulled up in the Albert Bartlett before that. Won a nice Grade 2 here over this
sort of trip but while he can run well he’s not exactly thrown in
CARNARDIER – First run for Willie Mullins and was an eyecatcher
here last year in this race but 4lb higher mark still demands more
COKO BEACH – very in and out performer but had come with a
big reputation from France so potentially will hit those heights one day
SAYO – Another runner who has aborted hurdles this season
but another who is hard to suggest he’s well handicapped here
STRATUM – Nice horse but not sure he’s up to this and trip
likely to stretch him
PROTEKTORAT – Can partly see the angle with this horse
having cracking course form but his mark looks beyond him although the Skelton’s
no how to ready a handicapper
MISTER BLUE SKY – Pieces of novice form read well now
including when beating CASH BACK off levels in a Grade 2 last April. Not so
good since but hard to rule out a revival
BLACK TEARS – Nice mare who deserves her rating in that
sphere but back in open company I think she’s vulnerable
THE MIGHTY DON – Yet another who aborts fences to come here
but last winning mark was 8lbs lower although the win did come on this course
TRAFFIC FLUIDE – Looks very well on based on his latest start
when falling in the Ascot Chase but that race is likely to have left it’s mark
and not just from the fall
CHESTERFIELD – Looks well held of this mark now and not
getting any younger
ALFA MIX – recent JP purchase and mentioned by Tony Mullins
on a preview night as a probably well treated horse. That’s enough to draw
major interest to this 5yo
CHAMPAGNE WELL – Probably given an easy enough time when beaten
at Doncaster latest and kept fresh since. Drop back in trip likely to suit and
might just be off a workable mark
DAME DE COMPAGNIE – Well documented that the yard went to the
trouble to get her 2lbs extra mark removed from collateral form plus the
booking of Barry Geraghty suggests they mean business
HONEST VIC – up a stone since first win back in October this
season and probably held now
THOSEDAYSAREGONE – Things looked to have clicked the last
day and always threatened to be better over further although he’s struggled to
back up a good performance in the past
GOLAN FORTUNE – Pulled up latest but won round here off a
4lb lower mark the run before. Probably held now but pieces of steady form
going back through TOPOFTHEGAME & KILDISART to suggest he might be able to
outrun his odds
BURROWS EDGE – Up 6lbs for his latest win which won’t make
things easy and did fall earlier this season
FAGAN – 2nd in an Albert Bartlett but his best
days must be behind him. Quiet enough ride on stable debut and could run well
off this kind of mark but very hard to trust his wellbeing now
Summary – Plenty of interest in here
as you would expect for a handicap of this nature but a couple of JP runners
deserves a second look in both DAME DE COMPAGNIE & ALFA MIX. The former was
challenged after a new 2lb rise which was overturned and the latter looks well handicapped
and has been bought since his last run.
Away from those I
think FRANCO DE PORT will love the extra distance but the British Handicapper
hasn’t been the kindest to him. BACHASSON, also for Mullins, is a classy horse
but he’s had his issues although I think he has a chance here. At bigger prices
I’m not sold on much but I would have to give another mention to FAGAN who is a
horse I’ve always liked but you’re guessing as to his wellbeing these days
Selection – DAME DE COMPAGNIE
Lively Outsiders - BACHASSON
& FAGAN
CHAMPION CHASE
ALTIOR – Still the one to beat, doesn’t really need any
reminders in terms of back class and while that Christy Chase took loads out of
him, and in hindsight the ground was so bad Hendo should have pulled him, it
probably worked out as a blessing. Had he missed that engagement he would have
probably gone for a King George and that potentially would have taken even
longer to get over. It’s actually worked out as quite nice prep. The reason I
say that is the Tingle Creek was a thrilling finish and no doubt ALTIOR would
have been worked to win that. The Clarence house was a different beast but
again wouldn’t have been an easy race although he might have side stepped that
for the Game Spirit anyway. I’ve always though he’s better when fresher and
although Hendo says the ground might be going against him it doesn’t bother me,
and the tougher test over 2m will make him more likely to win to my mind. If
the ground did dry, which it wont, he’ll just have another edge over them. How
they go over the last will be interesting, but I think DEFI needs to be in
front at the last to have any hope holding ALTIOR off, as we know he’s rapid up
that hill and DEFI looks like he might idle a bit in front. If he’s behind
ALTIOR I can’t see him going by up the hill, unless ALTIOR is just passed it
BUN DORAN – Admirable sort but out of his depth here
CHACUN POUR SOI – Hoping to provide Willie Mullins with his
first Champion Chaser and no doubt he looks very special. Was a decent
performance at the Dublin Racing Festival but with no A PLUS TARD & CILAOS
EMERY falling early it was very quickly became just a mission of beating MIN.
That may have been the case pre race too but tactically he’ll be tested in the
Champion Chase and you have to think he’ll be looking to kick for home early to
be in the best chance of winning which he’ll find a much harder task with both
DEFI and ALTIOR in with him. I’m not sold he’s capable of winning and given
where he’s found in the market, and at the price I’d rather side with proven
horses. I make it a match between DEFI & ALTIOR, unless CHACUN manages to
slip the field like DOUVAN tried to do under Patrick back in 2018
DEFI DU SEUIL – He’s doing all the right things to suggest
he’ll be right there and I’m sure he will. Not the most orthodox to see a JLT
winning flirting with the shorter trip after but he’s class although I do
wonder about the long season again, especially with a couple of tougher runs in
the Shloer and the Tingle Creek. Jumps well enough in the main, but much more
likely than ALTIOR to make a serious blunder and this will be 2m round
Cheltenham at Championship pace, which he’s go to prove he can handle.
DYNAMITE DOLLARS – Put up at a wild price pre season but
didn’t expect this division to look so strong now. Ran well enough on his
comeback to say with normal progression he’s not far off these but likely to
find at least one too good. Possibly the pace angle which I like in this race
POLITOLOGUE – Last years runner up is a big price! That shows
his level of form this season and the class of this renewal but he knows his way
round here although I couldn’t have him
SCEAU ROYAL – Last years third is also a big price and he
does have it all to do to win this. Ran well enough last year and drying ground
a positive so possibly overprices, but then this is a better renewal
Summary – So much hinges on the fitness
of ALTIOT but I just can’t abandon him now. Especially as his price reflects
that uncertainty. DEFI would be the percentage call as he’s in the best form
this season and has the course form while CHACUN POUR SOI clearly is talented
but this is a tough looking race. The fact Richard Johnson thought he was going
to pick this lad up at Punchestown shows how good he must be so clearly has a
chance. DYNAMITE DOLLARS is the least exposed away from CHACUN and I do think he
could go well if gets an easy lead
Selection – ALTIOR
Lively Outsider – DYNAMITE DOLLARS
CROSS COUNTRY
ARLEQUIN DANCER – Trip would be the obvious concern but hard
to ignore at a big price if able to get round
CHIC NAME – Has a good chunk to find on these terms but does
stay and jumps this course well
DIESEL D’ALLIER – Picked up a handicap here earlier this
season but on these terms he faces a much stiffer task. Won well enough but I
think that was his big day although this 7yo might have more to offer
EASYSLAND – Rodeo rider on board and that action can make
him look like he’s making mistakes when in fact I think he jumps well. Clearly
needs to take a big step forward to dethrone the TIGER but looks like the only
one capable of doing so in this field and is only 6
FACT OF THE MATTER – Likes it here but not the class to be
playing a major role here
JOSIES ORDERS – Nearly a teenager and I still have
nightmares about the 2016 cross country given he was awarded the race after but
was running for a chunk. Best days firmly behind him now
KINGSWELL THEATRE – Likes it in front and will give backers
a run for their money but he can’t be winning this, and I struggle to see him
placing either
MIGHT BITE – Very big ask for this horse to win at this discipline
on this stage at the first time of asking and almost appears a bit desperate.
Never really looked like staying further than 3M even in his hay day so priced
on reputation as opposed to chance
NEVERUSHACON – Does need to improve to play a part here but
won nicely last time out
OUTLANDER – Nothing like his old self these days and like MIGHT
BITE it would take something special to see him play any part in this
OUT SAM – Nice horse but has a bit to find to be in with any
winning chance and already an 11yo
SUMKINDOFKING – Another Cross Country debutant which is a
big negative but at least he should stay well
TIGER ROLL – Undoubtably the one to beat. Entitled to have
needed him comeback run but I’d worry if he’s quite the force of old and while
he’s 171 rated that’s a specialised mark. Clearly deserves to be favourite and
I expect him to win but maybe not in the same style as last year
URGENT DE GREGAINE – EW player for sure but shouldn’t be
able to win this
UTILITY – miles outclassed here. Ignore
YANWORTH – Fell here in December which isn’t a great start
but at least one of the runners who is less exposed and probably one of a few
who would be a lighter shock if they won this
Summary – Tiger roll is just so far superior on ratings that he
should bolt up here unless he’s now passed his best. He would need to be well
passed it to not even place but EASYSLAND would be the only realistic threat although
I’m still fond of YANWORTH and we didn’t get to find out how he stacks up against
the French horse after falling here in December
Selection
– TIGER ROLL
Lively
Outsider - YANWORTH
BOODLES JUVENILE HANDICAP HURDLE
MICK PASTOR – Obvious concern with his performance back here
in November but certainly something about this horse to suggest he’s classy,
although he’ll need to be to shoulder top weight
ARAMAX – Possibly the easy choice in here after bolting up
the last day but I think he wants better ground so he’s one I’d be against round
here
PALLADIUM – Once looked like a top prospect and to be fair
to him has won twice since being beaten as Favourite. Screams out that he’s
being underrated and I give him a proper chance
LANGER DAN – Nice horse but twice been slightly
underwhelming and this demands more
BLACKO – In fairness to him he’s won his two races in good
style and might be under the radar given connections. Does need a step forward
but like all at this age he’s capable of it
ZOFFEE – Much improved the last day and better ground likely
the main factor in that. Chance if the ground stays on the right side of soft
CLEMENCIA – First start for a new yard but based on what he’s
done to date he’s got a hard task
GALAHAD QUEST – I thought he was a good winner here in January
on Trials day and while he might be overrated officially on that performance he
looks to be one who should buckle down in a fight so the race should suit
SAINT D’OROUX – poor early in this season then almost too
good to be true the last day. Potentially well treated but hard to trust
THYME WHITE – Been brought along slowly and Harry Cobden
happy to ride so no doubt there’s more to come although I don’t like the headgear
on a youngster
NIGHT EDITION – Another progressive type but hard to believe
his last win is as good as the mark he’s been given
BAJAN EXCELL – Won in a handicap already this season but
this race demands more and no doubt others are better treated
FRASER ISLAND – Looked a potential star when winning on debut
at Newbury and in fairness he’s been beaten by some half decent types since.
Although Nico jumps ship I’d give him a chance off this mark
RECENT REVELATIONS – Seriously interesting runner here who
ran in snatches the last day. Win before that gives him a serious shout and one
that appears to have had this race in mind from a long way out
SACCHOANDVANZETTI – Patchy enough form but so far beaten the
last day you’d have to suggest he’s one for another day
GROUP STAGE – Another nice enough type who hasn’t done a lot
wrong and gets 2lb from THYME WHITE after being beaten just under 2ls on his
last start. Hard to pick out what’s holding him back so he’s on the watch list
for now
GEROLAMO CARDANO – Won an ordinary maiden hurdle but looks
up against it now
THEATRE OF WAR – Well fancied by a few for this race and if you
watch back his Punchestown run when falling you can probably see why. Yet to
win which is a worry but probably well in at the weights
REPETITIO – Nice win the last day and some fair runs before
that. Gets in off a light enough weight and has that course form so must have
an outside chance
GOA LIL – Hasn’t built on his reputation given from France
but this race will suit given the fast pace and hard to rule out
TRONADOR – Given by Elliott on a few preview nights and
could end up the wise guys pick. I rate FLOUEUR who he was behind before so the
fact the trainer talks him up suggests he’s wasn’t in that race and I couldn’t
put you off at a double figure price
GEALACH – Another runner with patchy form but on balance
others looks better treated
Summary – Typically a tough race to gauge
with no previous season form to go by but I do think a couple have been mapped
out for this and the first has to be TRONADOR. I’m annoyed the price is going
but I think there’s still some value and he should be on any shortlist. JP has
few well found chances and there are some with Cheltenham form that looked underrated
but I do think Nicky Henderson has landed on his feet this year with both
PALLADIUM & FRASER ISLAND. The fact Nico has picked the former isn’t much of
a clue as the pair look to be in with massive chances so those would the trio I’d
want to go to war with at this stage although RECENT REVELATIONS must also have
an outside chance
Selection – PALLADIUM
Lively Outsiders – TRONADOR & FRASER ISLAND
CHAMPION BUMPER
ADRIMEL – 2 from 2 in bumpers but wasn’t as impressive on
the second occasion. Nice prospect but likely not up to this
APPRECIATE IT – Hard to knock other than his debut bumper
where he was comfortable held. He’s been impressive since and clearly the one to
beat
ASK A HONEY BEE – Solid horse and won well giving weight
away the last day but this is a marked step up in a class and I think he’ll be
found out
BRIEF AMIBITION – Well thought of by the yard but Paddy
Brennan jumps ship which has to be noted
CAN YOU CALL – Held on bumper debut and hard to expect much
more in here
ESKYLANE – Would have to read as a stand out chance given he
was in front of APPRECIATE IT in that first bumper but considering what that
horse has done since you’d have to say he wasn’t wound up the first time they
met. Still this horse has been impressive since and the only negative is that
fact Jamie Codd hasn’t chosen him
FERNY HOLLOW – Finally got his head in front in a hood and
clearly a very talented horse. Proper chance against his stablemate here and I
think there’s loads more to come from him
FIVE BAR BRIAN – Won on bumper debut showing good attitude at
the finish but wouldn’t be the stables first string
GOOD TIME JONNY – Stayed on in his first bumper which could
probably be upgraded and since has won with ease at Mussleburgh. Potentially
much better than he’s already shown and I think this test will suit. Chance at
a price
ISRAEL CHAMP – Much like the favourite he was a bit underwhelming
on debut but has been all class since. His Ascot bumper win was with a penalty
and reads as the best British form by some way
JULIES STOWAWAY – Looks a nice type and has fair form even when
beaten. Got off the mark the last day and can run well but probably held for
win purposes
LINELEE KING – Beaten odds on favourite back in October at
Chepstow but the yard was off then and he’s been waited with since. Be a big
ask to win this but could make his presence felt at least
MAHLER ALLSTAR – Put up by a follower as the bumper winner
but has a bit to find with APPRECIATE IT on their previous meeting, although
that was this lads first bumper run (fresh from points the same month) so
entitled to come on but may want a stiffer test
ONE TRUE KING – point form leaves a bit to be desired and
RPR of 116 for his bumper win says what you need to know about the depth of
that race
SNOWPIERCER – Absolutely no chance
THIRD TIME LUCKI – has looked progressive but a big step up
again is required here
DARLING DAUGHTER – Unbeaten when completing in all races
including points and won a fair looking mares bumper in February. Gets the
mares allowance and this championship pace should suit as she was keen enough
when winning the last day
QUEENS BROOK – Jamie Codds mount which speaks volumes. Won
by 21l on bumper and rules debut so could quite literally be anything. Very
exciting but hard to take that win literally
THE GLANCING QUEEN – 5th
in this race last year, I expected her to be top novice hurdler in the Mares division
this season so I fear she’s not been easy to keep sound but should be more forward
than last year if match fit so interesting at least
AUDACITY – Won here on new years day but was poor at Newbury
after so hard to balance
LET ME ENTERTAIN U – Big step up in class here and hard to
gauge his debut effort so best watched now
OCEAN WIND – Probably wants better ground to be seen to best
effect but fair form overall to suggest this 4yo can go well
PANIC ATTACK – Wide margin winner at Market Rasen for Willie
Mullins, since sold, for me would have stayed in the yard if any good and looks
one more for Aintree
Summary – Exciting looking bumper and I’m hoping APPRECIATE
IT is the real deal. He looked class the last twice so you can see why he’s
heading the market. Stablemate FERNY HOLLOW was my long range fancy and after
finally getting his head in front I’d still give him a chance as I think he’s
got loads more to come but might need an obstacle. QUEENS BROOK is clearly interesting
with Codd on board too but I’m not sure I can trust her winning margin. THE GLANCING
QUEEN could run well but it’s hard to trust how well she is in herself. Both LINELEE
KING & GOOD TIME JONNY could run well at big prices
Selection – APPRECIATE IT
Lively Outsiders – LINELEE KING, GOOD TIME JONNY
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