Recent history looks good for Ballyoptic to carry a big weight in Classic Chase
3.00 Warwick
McCoy Contractors Civil Engineering Classic Handicap Chase (Grade 3) | 3m5f | 5yo+ | ITV4/RTV
The McCoy Contractors Civil Engineering Classic Chase comes just a week on from the Welsh Grand National this year, so there seems little point reiterating the lecture about the advantages of a handy position. Punters just need to know that the angle exists.
In truth, the same is true in most of the big handicap chases, including the Ladbrokes Trophy. It is for that reason The Hollow Ginge drew the eye on a look through the 13 declared runners for what is a fairly lukewarm running of Warwick's biggest race.
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Published on 15 January 2021inPreviews
Last updated 20:07, 15 January 2021
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