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Trabolgan has been backed as
if defeat is out of the question this week, and he’s firm favourite with the majority of bookies. Trained by
the talented Nicky Henderson, this improving sort impressed as winner of
the Sun Alliance Chase at the Cheltenham Festival. However, he could still
carry top weight and has a hefty rating for a second season chaser. L’Ami
comes across the Channel to pot hunt for regular visitor Francois Doumen.
His runners always command the utmost respect and this charge has a 7lb
pull following a six length beating by Trabolgan at the Festival.
Paul Nicholls’ gelding, Cornish Rebel, made steady progress over
fences last season, culminating in a narrow defeat in the Scottish National.
He should appreciate the conditions of Saturday’s race and has plenty
of things in his favour, notably the assistance of Ruby Walsh. A full brother
to the ill fated Best Mate, he is also proven in a big field and can boast
an unbeaten record at Newbury.
Comply or Die looked a very decent novice last season for the all conquering
Martin Pipe yard, and was three lengths behind Trabolgan at Cheltenham.
He then disappointed in the Scottish National and the Betfred Gold Cup
in April. He was probably past his best by then, and with a summer break
under his belt, he could have every chance if returning to his best form.
He has a 5lb pull, the same weight as Trabolgan.
Distant Thunder comes from a yard that was successful with Kingscliff
at Haydock last Saturday, and this course winner last February could be
very well handicapped. He kept good company last year, and rounded off
his campaign with two impressive victories before injury halted his Cheltenham
preparation. A recent Wincanton outing should have put him spot on for
this, and he could be a decent each way selection.
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