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Dave Dawes Silver Cup Handicap Chase

3.00 Ascot

Aintree didn't play to Black Corton's strengths last time. Despite many fine attempts, a rating higher than 158 has not been defied since 1983.

Crievehill has won decent chases at Wetherby and Haydock by nine and ten lengths, and has understandably been raised 17lb to 155. Nigel Twiston-Davies has won this race with geldings rated 150 and 151.

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Published on 20 December 2019inHorse racing tips

Last updated 18:45, 20 December 2019

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