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15:30 Ludlow

Arrow Novices' Handicap Chase (Class D)

  • 3 Runners
  • Distance: 2m
  • Going: Good to Firm, Firm in places
Weighed In
  • Winning Time: 4m 6.10s
  • 3 Ran
1
Silk - ROYAL BLUE, WHITE chevrons, RED sleeves, WHITE armlets, EMERALD GREEN cap
Evs
  • Form 243PU2
  • Age 8
  • Weight 11-12

tracked leaders, going well and every chance when fell 2 out

2
Silk - Black, White spots, check cap
7/2
  • Form P023-44
  • Age 9
  • Weight 10-11

tracked leader, ridden to lead 2 out, one length clear when fell last

3
Silk - Dark Blue, Light Blue sleeves, quartered cap
  • Form 30PFP2
  • Age 8
  • Weight 10-0

led, clear to 6th, ridden and headed 2 out, left alone last

In depth

Verdict

A dire contest, in which Sharp Steel looks to have outstanding claims. Sue Wilton's charge has at least won over fences, unlike his rivals, but while he is clearly of limited ability, he should be good enough here. Granted a clear round, Occam looks booked for the runner-up spot, However, he hasn't exactly looked a natural over fences, but with Lypharita's Risk only completing twice in his last five outings over fences, Occam looks the safer option to chase Sharp Steel home. Albeit at a respectable distance.