Stoute improver looks rock-solid with lack of credible opposition

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Murqaab
1.50 Leicester
SP forecast 2-1

Fourth behind Thursday’s National Stakes runner-up Sabre on his debut at Newcastle after running loose in the paddock and improved on that when beaten a neck in second at Doncaster last time. That race has thrown up two subsequent winners and he is the form pick.

Conclusion Still green and can pull hard, but sets a high standard. Open to further improvement and should win.

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Published on 28 May 2018inHorse racing tips

Last updated 18:13, 28 May 2018

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