Bank your profit with lightly raced stayer

WINCANTON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 05: Angus Cheleda riding On Demand (L) lead all the way to win The Banz On Amazon Mares' Handicap Hurdle Race at Wincanton Racecourse on November 5, 2016 in Wincanton, England. (Photo by Alan Crowhurst/Getty Images)Credit: Alan Crowhurst

Ultimatum Du Roy still on a handy mark1.40 Wincanton

Alex Hales's gelding dropped nicely in the weights before landing a 3m handicap chase at Ludlow last month by two and a half lengths and still looks well treated, even after a 5lb rise in the weights.

Ultimatum Du Roy had recorded his previous victory in a 3m handicap chase at Market Rasen last year off a mark of 114 and is definitely capable of winning off 112 in what looks a similar event.

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Published on 13 December 2016inHorse racing tips

Last updated 10:20, 13 December 2016

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