Richard Birch relies on prolific Southwell scorer to get week off to flier

Credit: Edward Whitaker

5.35 Southwell
1pt win at 4-1 generally

I tipped Crosse Fire (5.35) for a Southwell Class 5 last month on the basis he is well handicapped and would relish the step back up to 6f.

Unfortunately, the 13-time course winner got rid of Kieran O’Neill prior to the start and was withdrawn after galloping loose.

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Published on 9 November 2020inHorse racing tips

Last updated 09:45, 9 November 2020

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