Expect plenty of Triumph clues at Donny and Cheltenham

Credit: Alan Crowhurst

Apple's Shakira
12.10 Cheltenham
SP forecast 1-4

Won her sole start in France by eight and a half lengths and doubled that winning margin in a Grade 2 on the Old course here last month, thrashing the 144-rated Gumball. Bookies have gone made with 4-1 Triumph Hurdle quotes, not least because she'll be eligible for the softer mares' race, but she's obviously a hugely promising sister to Apple's Jade.

Conclusion Major upset if she doesn't cruise home.

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Published on 15 December 2017inHorse racing tips

Last updated 19:19, 15 December 2017

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