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Handicap snip Franklin D in great form and has perfect berth

Michael Bell: trainer received a letter of congratulations from Manchester City
Michael Bell: trainer received a letter of congratulations from Manchester CityCredit: Edward Whitaker

3.10 Goodwood
Betfred Mile (Heritage Handicap) (Formerly known as the Golden Mile) |
1m | 3yo+

A combination of winning by six lengths last time out, being ahead of the handicapper and landing the plum stall with Ryan Moore aboard means Franklin D is considered the hotpot.

The Michael Bell-trained four-year-old is the only runner in the field who cannot be backed at double-figures and has only a 3lb penalty for his Newmarket victory. Had the weights been released after that win he would be another 10lb higher.

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