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'He's got a good pot in him this season' - the week's essential additions to your tracker
Backmersackme
2nd, Cheltenham, Saturday
Lost his pitch with an unwieldy jump six out, but was galvanised before the turn in and came home well, posting by far his best effort over fences. He's got a good pot in him this season.
Richard Russell
Bright Times Ahead
3rd, Doncaster, Saturday
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