Fire doused by Elidor in thriller

Credit: Alan Crowhurst

>>In a head-bobbing finish to the Listed contest at Nottingham, Elidor had his down where it mattered to hold off favourite Wall Of Fire after being matched at 80 on Betfair.

More than £1,860 was traded on the runner-up at 1.01 despite the fact he was in front for probably no more than a few strides. Winning jockey Silvestre De Sousa improved to 3-4 when riding for Mick Channon this season.

>>Justanotherbottle's rivals didn't stand a chance after he hit the gates running in the 5f handicap at Nottingham. Whoever backed him at 48 never had a moment's concern as he was soon clear and scorched home to win with plenty in hand.

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Published on 12 April 2017inHorse racing tips

Last updated 17:56, 12 April 2017

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