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Signposts: Thistlecrack can reverse King George form in Gold Cup

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Western Ryder2.10 Cheltenham
Warren Greatrex’s strike-rate improves to 29 per cent when applying first-time blinkers and he does so with Western Ryder, who has solid form here and will benefit from a strong pace.

Thistlecrack3.30 Cheltenham
Thistlecrack has three wins from five starts here and looks to have a strong chance in the Gold Cup. He ran a cracker in the King George and the extra distance can see him turn the tables on Clan Des Obeaux who was ahead of him that day.

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Published on 14 March 2019inHorse racing tips

Last updated 19:24, 14 March 2019

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