Promising debut winner fancied to follow up at Punchestown

Punchestown: the scene for some quality action on WednesdayCredit: Patrick McCann (racingpost.com/photos)

Ask Nile
3.10 Punchestown
1pt each-way

Ask Nile does not win as many races as he should – the seven-year-old has just two wins from 27 starts on his CV – but the way he shaped over fences at Navan last month suggests he is capable of winning over hurdles off a 10lb lower mark.

The 2m4f handicap hurdle (3.10) at Punchestown is a very competitive affair and Morosini could be thrown in.

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Published on 15 October 2019inHorse racing tips

Last updated 18:27, 15 October 2019

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