Richard Birch believes rider's claim greatly enhances sprinter's chance

8.25 Wetherby
1pt win at 7-1 generally

Macho Pride, who contested two Listed races and the Group 2 Norfolk Stakes last year, very much takes the eye from a handicapping perspective.

Dropped 6lb after two defeats last month, he’s effectively 13lb lower than when launching his three-year-old campaign if you take Saffie Osborne’s valuable claim into consideration.

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Published on 11 May 2021inHorse racing tips

Last updated 09:51, 11 May 2021

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