Quirky sort should have race run to suit

Credit: Edward Whitaker

Shelford 3.20 Market Rasen

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Bridget Andrews’ remark that Shelford was a bit of a monkey after winning on him at Towcester in March might have been the understatement of the year and he has gone on to finish runner-up in four starts since, including when touched off at 4-7 by a 101-rated rival at Hereford.

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Published on 21 July 2017inHorse racing tips

Last updated 17:52, 21 July 2017

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