Gelding operation can work the oracle for lightly raced handicapper

Credit: Alan Crowhurst

No. 4
War Chief
7.15 Chelmsford
1pt win at 9-2 generally

Other than her trainer and sire – a certain Frankel – there is nothing in Extra Mile's form to suggest she should be close to favouritism for this handicap, let alone a relatively short-priced jolly, so it's definitely a race to play in.

It's true she has shown promise, but she has also looked a bit wayward and the visor she wore for her best two starts last season is left off here.

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Published on 5 April 2018inHorse racing tips

Last updated 10:06, 5 April 2018

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