Worth going against ratings with versatile runner in Down Royal novice chase

Credit: Edward Whitaker

Itsalonglongroad
2.50 Down Royal
2pts win

In theory, the Gigginstown-owned pair Dis Donc and Diamond Hill are marginally the best-treated runners among the nine-strong field in the rated novice chase.

However, the 123-rated pair may struggle to concede 9lb to the 112-rated to Itsalonglongroad, a versatile horse who has the merit of recent winning form.

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Alan SweetmanFeatures writer

Published on 25 January 2021inHorse racing tips

Last updated 08:12, 26 January 2021

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