A few winners and a few disappointments from last night’s preview.
Starting at Chepstow tomorrow Pearlysteps is one to look out for in the 1.00. He ran twice in bumpers finishing second to a Paul Nicholls runner on the first occasion. On his hurdles debut in March he was 4th but had Ravello Bay behind in 5th and showed some promise. He should be winning races this season.
Alan King’s Manyriverstocross was rated 97 on the flat and on his latest start was second to Nanton in a Doncaster handicap. He has reportedly schooled well over hurdles and can make a winning start to his career over timber in the Chepstow 2.05.
Tara Royal was an impressive points winner in Ireland. Now with Donald McCain he should handle the soft ground and is my selection for the bumper at 4.20.
My suggestion at Kempton is the lightly raced Ordoney in the 5.50. Moon Lightning handles soft ground well and has always been well regarded by connections. At around 8/1 he is a sporting each way selection at Nottingham in the 2.50.
There is a jumps card at Warwick where the most interesting race is the novice chase at 2.30. Straw Bear and Summersby look the main contenders. Straw bear has the experience but has not looked a natural over fences and I will take a chance with Somersby who comes from a yard specialising in chasers.
My only selection at Fairyhouse is Taking Stock in the 12.55.
Today’s picture is courtesy of the artist Lisa Miller.
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