'He's going to prove hard to beat' - Tom Segal fancies a proven stayer to strike

The Cob
2.13 Doncaster
1pt win at 3-1

It wasn't a great Grade 2 that The Cob won at Doncaster last season but he was extremely strong at the finish and back over the same course and distance on soft ground, he is going to prove hard to beat in the Visit attheraces.com Handicap Hurdle (2.13).

The Cob made a highly satisfactory reappearance when attempting to give 5lb to the classy Pileon at Sandown. He's only 1lb higher here and his stamina looks sure to kick in late on.

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Published on 29 December 2021inHorse racing tips

Last updated 09:41, 29 December 2021

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