The best meeting tomorrow is at Kempton with supporting cards at Ffos Las and Ludlow.
Nicky Henderson introduces an interesting “new signing” in the novice hurdle at Kempton at 12.20 in the shape of the five year old Candy Creek. This mare won twice in 3 starts in bumpers last season with the latest success coming at Aintree in a very competitive contest. The only defeat was when 4th to the Cheltenham festival winner Dunguib at Navan. Tony McCoy rides Candy Creek and the same trainer/jockey combination has a good chance in the 12.50 with the recent Ascot winner You’re the Top who is on a 4 timer.
McCoy and Henderson team up again in the 1.25 where they have another live chance with My Petra although here they face stiff opposition from the Donald McCain runner Whiteoak. Another that could run well in this is Dansimar. Whiteoak would be my selection.
Charlie Mann saddles Cast Cada in the 2.00 which is a beginner’s Chase. A former point to point winner Cast Cada won twice over hurdles last season and made a pleasing start to his career over fences when 2nd at Uttoxeter recently.
At Ludlow the 12.30 features some promising horses. Abbevilian had some decent bumper form before finishing 4th to Dave’s Dream on his hurdles debut last Christmas. He should be capable of winning races on that evidence. Royal Collonges is another to look out for. He is a half brother to the high class chaser Neptune Collonges.
Today’s picture, of Kauto Star and Imperial Commander, is by courtesy of Kate Tann.
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