Favourite worth taking on in Grade 2 contest

Credit: Alan Crowhurst

1.30 Naas
SP forecast 13-8

Fancied to beat top-class prospect Fakir D'oudairies on his hurdling debut and gave him a race. Entered in all the Grade 1 novice hurdles at Cheltenham and likely to win this en route.

Conclusion Form choice and sure to improve too. Banker.

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Published on 23 February 2019inHorse racing tips

Last updated 12:32, 23 February 2019

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