Improver looks set to beat penalised rival in Greatwood match

Credit: Alan Crowhurst

Silver Streak
3.00 Cheltenham
Buy at 2.25 in a match bet with Verdana Blue

The Greatwood Handicap Hurdle is one of the most competitive contests of the season and although brave punters will try to land a plunge with plenty of value in the market, it’s far safer to play match bets on the spreads.

Luckily enough, the horse I believe holds the strongest chance of winning is included in a match bet against a rival I think will struggle, so it makes plenty of sense to get stuck into Silver Streak to beat Verdana Blue.

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Published on 17 November 2018inHorse racing tips

Last updated 16:52, 17 November 2018

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