Classy chaser can defy top weight in substandard renewal

Credit: Alan Crowhurst

Road To Respect
2.30 Down RoyalBlack Corton
2.40 WetherbyTraffic Fluide
3.35 Ascot

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2.30 Down Royal

Balko Des Flos hit the heights last season with victories in the Galway Plate and Ryanair Chase over slightly shorter. He tried to make all when dividing Road To Respect and Outlander in the Christmas Chase at Leopardstown, being beaten just over a length. He goes well after a break and should have no problems with the trip as he gets older.

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Published on 2 November 2018inHorse racing tips

Last updated 18:19, 2 November 2018

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