Leg Lock Luke shirks the issue after touching 1.02

Hereford racecourse: stages meeting on MondayCredit: Alan Crowhurst

>>Leg Lock Luke looked set for victory after clearing the last in front in the 2m handicap chase at Taunton (4.20), but the 2-1 favourite swerved badly left and unseated rider on the run-in, letting down backers who took a low of 1.02.

The market leader has gained a reputation as a quirky character and this was the sixth time in ten starts he has been beaten after trading at 2.06 or shorter, while he was also matched at the minimum 1.01 for a place.

The mishap let in Bajardo, who hit 32, for a fortunate 8-1 win.

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Published on 20 March 2017inHorse racing tips

Last updated 16:49, 20 March 2017

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