Handicap warm order has more to prove than price may suggest

Ffos Las: the racecourse that was once an open-cast coal mine joins the Arc portfolio

Ffos Las: could it be a graveyard for favourites on Tuesday?Credit: David Dew

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Made good progress from first run to second when a staying-on runner-up to one with better form over 7½f at Beverley last time despite not enjoying the clearest of runs. This step up in trip will suit and he has a big form edge on his rivals. Only the stoutly-bred debutant Merryweather looks a potential challenger on paper.

Conclusion Hard to oppose unless money pours in for Merryweather.

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Published on 12 August 2019inHorse racing tips

Last updated 20:17, 12 August 2019

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