Signposts: Glitters could turn out to be pure gold for O’Meara

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Richard Hannon strikes at 13 per cent generally but that rises to 28 per cent with runners in first-time cheekpieces. The aid is introduced for Rita’s Man (2.45) at Redcar and, dropped into a seller, he can regain winning form under Silvestre de Sousa, who was on board for his last victory in May.

David O’Meara strikes at 16 per cent with handicap debutants, boasting an impressive £45.21 profit to £1 level stakes. Lord Glitters has his first run for the trainer in Ascot’s big 7f handicap (3.35). After winning French conditions races on his last two starts, he was purchased for €270,000.

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Published on 6 October 2017inHorse racing tips

Last updated 19:03, 6 October 2017

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