Richard Birch makes case for opposing hot favourite in claimer

Credit: Alan Crowhurst

3.10 Newcastle
SP forecast 5-4

Two wins from three starts since switched to fences, including over course and distance last Monday when staying on strongly to slam Maxed Out King by nine lengths. This looks a weaker race and he should prove hard to beat.

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Published on 27 January 2020inHorse racing tips

Last updated 07:25, 28 January 2020

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