First of all can I just add in all of our thoughts, prayers and courage be passed on to JT McNamara, who has suffered paralysis from his horrendous fall at the Cheltenham Festival. Just remember that betting today is worthless, meaningless, and nothing in comparison to what really matters.
1.55 Doncaster Spring Mile:
MR SPIGOTT 16/1 e.w
Only had the ten career starts to date and is only a 4 year old, and you get the impression there might still be a bit of improvement left to come here. There are two things why I think he could run very well: 1) His form on ground with any bit of cut in is excellent (won a soft ground 6f maiden at Newcastle before winning a 1m heavy ground handicap at Haydock- proving his stamina), and has since gone on to place in good races on similar surfaces. 2) Darren Egans 3lb claim means he runs off effectively 77 tomorrow- a career low mark, and Egan is 2 from 7 for this trainer- suggesting he certainly not an afterthought when booking him for a ride.
Mr Spigott tends to do his best work late on and the big field can really play to his strengths here- a good pace to aim at and can outstay them late on hopefully to pounce into the money at a nice price.
There is more chance of me winning the Lincoln myself than picking the winner of it so I'll leave that alone thanks.
3.40 SPACE SHIP
This horse is about to end up with an array of formlines to its name through being behind the likes of Telescope, Snow King, and in front of Autun (winner since), Soviet Rock (winner since), Tawhid (winner since).
He should win this maiden fairly convincingly and if he doesn't- he needs following in handicaps!
1.45 Dubai Gold Cup
IMPERIAL MONARCH 9/4
Looks to like a horse choc full of stamina (out of Slip Anchor- who produced successful stayer Mount Athos) but also has a bit of class about him. He could end up a seriously interesting Ascot Gold Cup horse and with Fame And Glory now done and dusted, Ballydoyle will be looking to a new staying star and this may be it. The concern is simply the venue- not all horses like Meydan or run to their best but I'll take a chance that he is too good and from his draw he could take some beating, especially if he gets in front.
One to watch later in the season regardless.
6.05: Dubai World Cup
ANIMAL KINGDOM 5/1
Kentucky Derby winner who has only ever ran one 'bad' race- when bumped coming out of the stalls and trailing 15L off the pace before making 'rapid headway' and weakening near the finish into 6th.
The concern is the draw, but how many of these horses will really want to go from the front? I think he could get across into a handy position and if they get him into a rhythm, he might blow these away with tactical speed with his first time blinkers.
He ran on well for 2nd in a red hot Breeders Cup mile and a tactical 10f here can play right to his strengths.
I would think this is the type of race to suit the American horses, and therefore Royal Delta should also be considered.
£0.20p e/w Lucky 15 for £6, should keep it interesting on a Saturday before the top class jumps at Aintree next week.
1.55 Doncaster Spring Mile:
MR SPIGOTT 16/1 e.w
Only had the ten career starts to date and is only a 4 year old, and you get the impression there might still be a bit of improvement left to come here. There are two things why I think he could run very well: 1) His form on ground with any bit of cut in is excellent (won a soft ground 6f maiden at Newcastle before winning a 1m heavy ground handicap at Haydock- proving his stamina), and has since gone on to place in good races on similar surfaces. 2) Darren Egans 3lb claim means he runs off effectively 77 tomorrow- a career low mark, and Egan is 2 from 7 for this trainer- suggesting he certainly not an afterthought when booking him for a ride.
Mr Spigott tends to do his best work late on and the big field can really play to his strengths here- a good pace to aim at and can outstay them late on hopefully to pounce into the money at a nice price.
There is more chance of me winning the Lincoln myself than picking the winner of it so I'll leave that alone thanks.
3.40 SPACE SHIP
This horse is about to end up with an array of formlines to its name through being behind the likes of Telescope, Snow King, and in front of Autun (winner since), Soviet Rock (winner since), Tawhid (winner since).
He should win this maiden fairly convincingly and if he doesn't- he needs following in handicaps!
1.45 Dubai Gold Cup
IMPERIAL MONARCH 9/4
Looks to like a horse choc full of stamina (out of Slip Anchor- who produced successful stayer Mount Athos) but also has a bit of class about him. He could end up a seriously interesting Ascot Gold Cup horse and with Fame And Glory now done and dusted, Ballydoyle will be looking to a new staying star and this may be it. The concern is simply the venue- not all horses like Meydan or run to their best but I'll take a chance that he is too good and from his draw he could take some beating, especially if he gets in front.
One to watch later in the season regardless.
6.05: Dubai World Cup
ANIMAL KINGDOM 5/1
Kentucky Derby winner who has only ever ran one 'bad' race- when bumped coming out of the stalls and trailing 15L off the pace before making 'rapid headway' and weakening near the finish into 6th.
The concern is the draw, but how many of these horses will really want to go from the front? I think he could get across into a handy position and if they get him into a rhythm, he might blow these away with tactical speed with his first time blinkers.
He ran on well for 2nd in a red hot Breeders Cup mile and a tactical 10f here can play right to his strengths.
I would think this is the type of race to suit the American horses, and therefore Royal Delta should also be considered.
£0.20p e/w Lucky 15 for £6, should keep it interesting on a Saturday before the top class jumps at Aintree next week.
no chance 