Signposts: Sir Ox fancied to prove too strong at Southwell

All-weather racing is having a damaging effect on jump racing in Britain, says Alan Merrett

Southwell: racing on the Fibresand on ThursdayCredit: Edward Whitaker

Love The Leader (1.00) reappears at Taunton six days after scoring at Fontwell. This could be a good sign as his in-form trainer Johnny Farrelly has a 37 per cent strike-rate when turning out runners who have won in the previous seven days.

Nicky Henderson boasts a 31 per cent strike-rate at Ludlow and an even better 33 per cent record with debutants at the track. Jillythejet (1.20) starts out for the trainer at the Shropshire course.

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Published on 14 November 2018inHorse racing tips

Last updated 19:05, 14 November 2018

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