Impressive debut winner can confirm promise now upped in distance

Credit: Edward Whitaker

Airton
2.35 Taunton
SP forecast 11-10

Rated 76 on the Flat for James Bethell and made a smooth transition to hurdles when scoring over 2m½f at this course on his debut for David Pipe last week. He beat some potentially useful types in taking fashion and the extra two and a half furlongs should suit given he stayed 2m on the level.

Conclusion Impressive when making a winning hurdles debut and can follow up.

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Published on 27 February 2019inHorse racing tips

Last updated 17:15, 27 February 2019

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