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Don't give up Flooring Porter for the Cheltenham Festival - but it was another novice who really caught my eye
Nick Watts analyses the key market moves arising from the weekend's action
Having not felt Bravemansgame’s defeat in the Charlie Hall Chase was detrimental to his chances in the King George, Saturday’s reverse in the Betfair Chase was more concerning.
The winner, Royale Pagaille, is a course specialist at Haydock, but I was surprised and disappointed Bravemansgame could not get the better of him up the straight.
He will now head to Kempton without a win since last year’s King George and with his last three runs all having failed to match the form of his Cheltenham Gold Cup second.
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- I wouldn't put anyone off backing this trial runner-up at 33-1 for the Derby - even if he needs to be supplemented
- All is not lost for long-range Derby hope after Guineas defeat - and 66-1 is too big with improvement lurking over longer trip
- More Willie Mullins dominance awaits - but I would advise caution with one of his standout Sandown winners
- Jonquil adds to Juddmonte's 2,000 Guineas hand - now it's time for my fancy to put his credentials on the line
- The King George simply must be on this horse's agenda next season - and he's a cracking bet to win it