My Kentucky Derby horse is running tonight, Code of Honor 3/1 in the last at Gulfstream, 16s for the big one. Almond Eye would be about 1/7 against this field in Japan, its not Japan but its not often you get even money on a superstar running against G2 horses. Been quite keen to take on Muntazah in the Godolphin mile but struggling to really like anything in particular against him, African Ride is quite interesting at a big price but Coal Front is a decent animal who is an excellent starter and should give himself every chance from the front. Not a strong fancy as he is only a second tier horse in america and Sharp Azteca who is a class above him got turned over in this but 8/1 for an interest. Quite like Call The Wind 11/4 in the Dubai Gold Cup, this is a very weak race and his G1 form in France looks good in the context, Cross Counter a big danger but is running here without a prep race and hes only beaten Marmelo a length getting 9 pounds in the Melbourne Cup, not sure he deserves to be favourite against Call The Win but have to respect connections at this meeting and he has a lot of potential as a stayer over the next few years. Divine Image is a big monster of a filly with a massive engine but she lacks tactical pace and acceleration which tends to be vital in this race, shes another ive been keen to take on as a result. Walking Thunder has been impressive, he was sent off 4/11 for the UAE Guineas, didnt have a great trip but no major excuses and im not convinced he wants this extra distance. I dont think the home division has been strong this year and the race has been dominated by raiders in recent years, Godolphin dominated in the early days but only Thunder Snow by a nose since Masars dam Khawlah won this 8 years ago. I had to take a chance on the Haggas horse Jahbrath 7/1, hes been progressing well and getting plenty of experience on the AW and a canter round Southwell. Theyve clearly had this in mind for a while and I think he has tactical speed to get a good position early and the turn of foot to kick off the front, hes by Mukhadram out of a staying mare, the grand dam was a close 2nd in a Japan Cup and I think he will improve for the step up in trip. First time in a proper dirt race is tough but im hoping he has the early speed to get a nice trip and hes my best bet of the day. Roy H would have been a very short price in the Shaheen but theyve found an absess the other day, personally I dont think this is his track anyway, hes much better on the american tracks. X Y Jet has run really well in this race multiple times and looks to have a great opportunity for a deserved win, hes a top class starter but Promises Fulfilled is also a serious front runner and while there is a risk that they could both set it up for Imperial Hint, im going to chance the younger Promises Fulfilled at 11/2. Not many horses can go with him and if he gets the better of X Y Jet, he might just fall in.
Morning, all. Like most people, I pay very little attention to betting in bumpers, which I regard as part of the Saddos' Triathlon along with watching Abba tribute bands and attending CAMRA beer festivals. But I'd be failing in my duty to the forum if I didn't mention the 5.35 at Uttoxeter today. I've no first-hand knowledge of Outonpatrol, but I do know that a couple of Richard Fahey's owners were disappointed when Oakley Brown left to take up a job with Alan King; they rated him very highly and thought that he would ride a lot of winners for the Fahey yard. By all accounts, he looked pretty polished when Eyes Right won a Southwell bumper a couple of weeks ago, and you'd expect King to cherish the 10lb own-stable allowance and use it carefully. It's interesting, too, that Outonpatrol is currently trading a fair bit shorter than Wayne Hutchinson's (presumably) selected mount Wynn House. As I say, by no means a tip, but it's certainly worth watching the race and seeing what you think of Oakley Brown (not a shade of fence preservative, apparently). If it's backed on-course, I'd regard that as significant.
Dunno rudey, watch itv this morning the pundits saying there is no pace to the detriment of the horses at the top of the market. This has got to benefit ripp orf.?
afternoon,folks! wish you all an successful days racing. donny,1 50: CAMMIDGE TROPHY INVINCIBLE ARMY is a horse,i like a lot,especially his courageous style of racing,and i hope,hes fit enough to do himself justice here.big shout. stratford,1 55: this looks to rest between th three market leaders,and with peppay le pugh easily the most exposed of them,its down to PETIT PALAIS and airton.both have already shown some considerable ability so far,but i think,the former has a touch stronger form.won well on his hurdling debut at ludlow,and was maybe flying a bit too high in the adonis hurdle on his next start.but the form of his win is working out quite well,so,back in calmer waters today,can get back on the scoresheet..
I backed Matterhorn on the basis of Charlie HIlls bullishness, but he looked a bit short of match-fitness and found nothing off the bridle.
Shendam was poor, with favourite Starmaniac prevailing in a bit of a bunch finish, with Rouget's Makmour a narrow second. Cross Counter did the business though. I backed him as soon as I heard the Dubai Gold Cup was his early season target and took 9/1. I felt he travelled quite well today and that he was always going to wear Ispolini down. He won going away in the end. I felt he won the Melbourne Cup despite the heavy ground and was value for more than he won by that day. I've backed him to double up in Australia this autumn at 25/1 and he's generally settling at 16/1 for the the race after his win today.
A couple of weeks ago someone said to back bolger early part of season and he's just bought home a 25/1 shot at navan, did I back it, did I feck!!!
well,hes one of those horses,that wears his heart on his sleeve,and he rarely lets me down.. stratford,3 05: most of these arrive here with question marks hanging over them,for one reason or another.true,AMBER GAMBLER is also one of them,at least in his current form,but hes too well treated to dismiss,as he won a big pot only last june at haydock,off the same mark,and the yards form is slowly lifting,so a bold show wouldnt surprise,even more so,if well backed..
Some filly Almond Eye, shame Winxs connections arent so sporting, Almond Eye will take on Enable and Sea Of Class in the Arc, Winx will be retired with 50 egg and spoon wins in a row.
