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He was probably an unlucky loser on his first run over fences at Exeter. He's benefited from a wind operation and he looks as though he's going to be a nice middle-distance novice handicap chaser.

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Published on 23 December 2025inStable Tours

Last updated 16:00, 23 December 2025

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