Be rewarded by staying loyal to useful hurdler at Thurles

Thurles: stages good racing on Thursday afternoon

Thurles: stages their biggest day of the season on SundayCredit: Alain Barr (racingpost.com/photos)

Ex Patriot
1.15 Thurles
2pts win

Who'd have thought that Thurles in February wouldn't provide the ideal conditions for soft-ground-loving horses like Ex Patriot?

On Wednesday afternoon, the official going at Thurles was described as good, and although it's not ideal for Ex Patriot, who really needs it heavy to be at his best, his class should see him through in the opening beginners' chase (1.15).

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Published on 7 February 2019inHorse racing tips

Last updated 17:14, 7 February 2019

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