Improving handicapper can justify favouritism at Southwell

Credit: Alan Crowhurst

1.10 Southwell
SP forecast 2-1

Looked to have a bright future ahead of him when an easy winner of Uttoxeter bumper on his rules debut and has form in the mud in a point-to-point.

Conclusion If High Acclaim gets the trip and can jump he has the talent to win but conditions are likely to put the ball firmly in Umbrigado's court.

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Published on 15 December 2018inHorse racing tips

Last updated 18:16, 15 December 2018

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