The most interesting runner at Carlisle tomorrow is Blackpool Billy in the 1.20. He won twice over hurdles last season, at Ayr and Hexham and then came second over the fixed brush hurdles at Haydock. A real chasing sort he makes his debut over fences tomorrow. He may of course need the run, horses from his yard often do, but he should be a nice prospect.
Strictly speaking Faasel ought to win the 1.55. He has high class form over hurdles and has won over fences. He is none too reliable though and has only won once in his last 19 starts. Tot O’ Whiskey won at Carlisle over an extended 3 miles in heavy ground last month and appeals as a horse on the up. He runs over a shorter trip tomorrow but the ground is sure to be testing and I would be inclined to go with him.
Marleybow is a horse I have always liked. He was runner up on his chasing debut at Wetherby when he was beaten by Hoopy, ridden by Tony McCoy. The champion jockey is on board Marleybow tomorrow in the 2.25. I am not sure about the horses’ ability to handle testing ground so I won’t burden him with my selection. Skipper’s Brig has not run for over 600 days but his 3 career wins have all come in heavy ground so he could be interesting. My selection though is Iwillrememberyou, a winner 4 times over hurdles and another that goes on testing ground.
My thanks to Jane Ince for allowing me to use her photo of Carlisle racecourse.
See you tomorrow.
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