This date in Halford's mind for Callender since Navan win

Callender and Shane Foley win at Navan for owner Zhang Yuesheng

The Michael Halford-trained Callender bids to give owner Zhang Yuesheng a win in the Birdcatcher at NaasCredit: Patrick McCann

3.10 Naas
At The Races EBF Birdcatcher Premier Nursery | 6f | Plus 10 | ATR

The Michael Halford-trained Callender has the burden of joint top weight of 9st 7lb, along with Leo Minor, in the €50,000 contest.

The Exceed And Excel colt won on his debut for the Halford yard last month at Navan, and the trainer believes his charge has improved for that outing.

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Brian SheerinReporter

Published on 15 October 2016inPreviews

Last updated 16:43, 15 October 2016

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