Worth laying favourite for Cheltenham chase with future in mind

Credit: Steve Dennis

Newtown Boy
12.25 Doncaster
SP forecast 7-4

Talented Alan King-trained five-year-old, who bumped into useful prospects on both bumper starts in the spring before returning with a comfortable and impressive success at Hereford. That was a good novice hurdle (the third went one better at Cheltenham on Friday, while the fourth has won a competitive race since) and this represents an easier task.

Conclusion Can give weight all round. Banker.

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Published on 14 December 2018inHorse racing tips

Last updated 17:35, 14 December 2018

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