'A standout at the prices' - Richard Birch keen on well-handicapped horse

Credit: Patrick McCann

7.50 Wolverhampton
1pt win at 7-1

Trevie Fountain, comfortable winner of his last two starts over course and distance, seems sure to make a bold bid for his hat-trick in Wolverhampton's concluding 7f handicap.

However, this represents a significant step up in class, and he faces several opponents who could reasonably be described as fairly handicapped.

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Published on 4 January 2021inHorse racing tips

Last updated 09:59, 4 January 2021

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