'This is a handicap winner in waiting' - the week's essential additions to your tracker

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Melon
2nd, Newbury, Saturday

Attracted plenty of support and swiftly put his disappointing Windsor run behind him, being unfortunate to bump into a resurgent rival but finishing miles clear of the rest. He can surely win off this sort of mark.
Richard Russell

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West Hill Verde
3rd, Kelso, Saturday

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Published on 1 March 2026inEyecatchers

Last updated 12:55, 1 March 2026

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