Henpecked can grind down opposition after gift from handicapper

Here we are at the height of the Flat season when it's imperative punters try to take the initiative. I adore winter jumps action as much as the next man, but this is a part of the year when betting banks ought to show real profit, with form and fitness firmly bedded down.

Thursdays have also been a highlight every week and this one is no different, with six British Flat meetings, alongside Leopardstown in Ireland. Predicting the weather has once again been hazardous and, with more scattered showers possible, I'm hoping the best of the ground is at Haydock, where the forecast is good to firm, and I’ve got some strong fancies there.

Should rain get into the ground then Henpeckedcan strike again in the opening 0-70 ApolloBet Home Of Cashback Offers Handicap over 1m2½f (1.50).