Keith Melrose is keen on a chaser with untapped potential at Newbury

Keith is excited about backing a chaser at NewburyCredit: John Grossick (racingpost.com/photos)

Barton Knoll
3.05 Newbury
1pt each-way at 14-1 with firms offering four places

When Barton Knoll ran in this race 12 months ago, his trainer John Mackie had not had a winner since May. He shaped well, showing loads of zest before cutting out late on and finishing a four-length fourth.

It was his reappearance and, coupling how he shaped with his stable's form at the time, it is inferred that he was not quite razor-sharp.

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Published on 5 November 2020inHorse racing tips

Last updated 10:00, 5 November 2020

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