PAY THE PIPER (3.05) can call the tune for Ann Hamilton in the Timeform Handicap Chase at Kelso. The seven-year-old stayed upwardly mobile with a terrific second to Kiltealy Briggs at Musselburgh.The gelding was staying-on strongly over 2m 4f so he can continue his yard’s excellent run up in trip.
Nick Alexander is hitting form so I’m backing TRAVAIL D'ORFEVRE (1.00) in a tricky opener. The hurdler caught the eye when giving the talented Soft Risk most resistance over two miles here.The grey was doing all his best work late so he can make a winning handicap debut upped a mile.
The Kinross Ace can double-up with ELVIS MAIL (2.00) in the Timeform Handicap Hurdle. The four-time course winner returned to form when chasing home Stainsby Girl over track and trip.The gelding remains well-treated on his peak form so he can turn the tables on his old rival today.
Some exciting types clash in the novices’ hurdle but I’m on Donald McCain’s GREY SKIES (1.30). The gelding absolutely bolted up from Charlie's Glance on debut for his current yard at Uttoxeter.The grey clearly has a bright future so he can stretch his unbeaten run to two under Brian Hughes.
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