Bookmakers wary of Ryan Moore magic costing them dear again
The opening afternoon of the Flat turf season last year had shades of Frankie Dettori’s 1996 Ascot 'magnificent seven' when Ryan Moore came within a neck of costing the bookmakers a cool £40 million.
Having dodged that particular bullet when Bravery got up close home in the Lincoln to deny Moore a four-timer aboard 7-2 hot Oh This Is Us – following his victories on Tupi (7-1), Ballet Concerto (8-1) and Kool Kompany (7-1) – layers will be wary once again as the rider travels back to Doncaster on Saturday for three mounts: What’s The Story, Intern and well-backed 32Red Lincoln favourite Fire Brigade.
“Luckily Bravery came to our rescue that day and, while a first win in the race for the jockey would be costly, at least he has only the two other rides alongside Fire Brigade, so we shouldn't be in for such a rollercoaster afternoon as last year."
Paddy Power spokesman Paul Binfield said: “Bravery’s neck victory in the Lincoln last year was huge as it saved us seven figures.
"If he wins all three of his races it will be another nightmare result. However, with two of his rides in big-field handicaps we are praying for a bit of luck."
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Published on 23 March 2018inPreviews
Last updated 10:15, 24 March 2018
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