Henderson star looks a class above rivals

Credit: Edward Whitaker

Altior 3.00 Newbury

SP forecast 4-7

Hugely exciting Arkle favourite is unbeaten in eight starts and is three from three over fences. He faces tough opposition in the form of the vastly improved Fox Norton and, although in receipt of 5lb, still has 2lb to find with his rival. Apart from a few sluggish jumps when winning the Henry VIII Novices’ Chase at Sandown, he has been slick at his obstacles and did very little wrong at Kempton last time out.

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Published on 10 February 2017inHorse racing tips

Last updated 15:05, 10 February 2017

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