Richard Birch argues soft ground gives recent winner big advantage

4.00 Nottingham
1pt win at 13-2 generally

Velocistar relished the soft ground when winning a 6f handicap at Ripon on Sunday, recording a career-best in the process.

Always travelling strongly during that race, she fought off a serious challenge from the progressive Camerily Joe inside the final furlong and was firmly on top at the finish, with the remainder strung out all over North Yorkshire.

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Published on 18 May 2021inHorse racing tips

Last updated 09:23, 18 May 2021

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