Hurdler looks a risky proposition after odds-on defeat

Credit: Alan Crowhurst

Goobinator
2.35 Doncaster
SP forecast 7-4

Has taken well to hurdling, winning two of first three starts with plenty to spare. Was beaten at odds of 8-15 in the middle of those three runs, but was reported to have come back with a wound to his right-fore. Is in the Boodles Juvenile Handicap Hurdle, but trainer has said he's too raw for that sort of assignment yet, though he expects him to be useful.

Conclusion Plenty more to come.

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Published on 27 February 2020inHorse racing tips

Last updated 15:15, 27 February 2020

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