Heavy-ground specialist might bounce back at a price

Credit: Alan Crowhurst

Today's Dick Hunt Handicap Chase (3.45) at Wincanton had me scratching my head for ages for the simple reason there isn't a single solid proposition among the 11 declared.

The recent form horses are probably Dusky Lark, Pilgrims Bay and Flaming Charmer, with Dusky Lark's second to subsequent winner Poker School at Ascot in December looking the best on offer.

However, he disappointed when only second as favourite down in trip here last time, has always taken the odd liberty with a fence (not a good idea here) and has since left Colin Tizzard.

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Published on 1 February 2017inHorse racing tips

Last updated 16:16, 1 February 2017

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