Nicholls v Mullins (Final Round)

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The Racing Horse thought that Paul Nicholls had no chance wrestling the trainers’ title back from Willie Mullins after the Cheltenham Festival but he has been like a man possessed and the horses have responded! With just 22 days of April completed he has recorded 26 winners for the month so far from 98 … Continue reading

Lanwades Stud Nell Gwyn Stakes (Fillies’ Group 3) over 7f

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Trends for the 7f class 1 Lanwades Stud Nell Gwyn Stakes (Fillies’ Group 3) 4.30 Newmarket Nell Gywn Stakes Group 3 12/13: Were having their first run of the season 10/13: Had won between 1-2 times previously 10/13: Finished in the top 3 last time out   9/13: Had only won over 6f or 7f … Continue reading

2016 Grand National

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The Racing Horse has looked at Grand National history to help identify those horses with the best chance of winning today and by using some steadfast trends some fancied horses seem to have little chance. One undeniable fact is that 23/24 winners had their last run 21-49 days before National (2012 winner Neptune Collonges … Continue reading

Many Clouds 2 Leighton Aspell 3

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Last year’s Grand National winner Many Clouds will bid to emulate Red Rum by winning back-to-back runnings as 40 horses line up on Saturday. Jockey Leighton Aspell, also successful in 2014 on Pineau De Re, is seeking a historic third consecutive victory in the famous race over 30 fences. No jockey has won three … Continue reading

Aintree Crabbie’s Topham Chase (Grade 3 Handicap)

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Who would be foolish enough to bet in the Topham? This is a cavalry charge at the best of time but today we have 30 runners and a host of front-runners entered! One thing you can bet on is that there will be an end to end gallop! For those that must have a … Continue reading

2016 Betway Lincoln (Heritage Handicap) (Class 2)

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The Racing Horse takes a look at a race that sucks in punters and spits them out. Welcome to the Lincoln! In an effort to redress the balance, albeit slightly, we offer some interesting trends that should not be ignored. Of course our very best advice regarding this handicap race is NOT to bet…   … Continue reading

Pacafi (01/03/2016)

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Selections for the Pacafi100 – 1st March 2016 Timeform Volunteer Point ultimately has the Good Friday meeting as her main target, but from these very favourable terms, is expected to add to her tally before that. India’s Song appeals most for forecast purposes. Generally speaking The Racing Horse is not a fan of trainer … Continue reading

Pacafi (25/02/2016)

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Selections for the Pacafi100 – 25th February 2016 Timeform This is all about California Chrome and it’s hard to see past the 2014 Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner, whose main aim is the Dubai World Cup, a race he was runner-up in last March. He gives lumps of weight away to inferior rivals, but … Continue reading

Pacafi (22/02/2016)

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Selections for the Pacafi100 – 22nd February 2016 Timeform The well-bred Steam Ahead produced a promising debut effort when runner-up over C&D late last month, and with progress highly likely, he earns the vote. Phantom Flipper and Kyllukey have had plenty of chances already, and can fight it out for minor honours. Very heavily … Continue reading

Pacafi (19/02/2016)

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Selections for the Pacafi100 – 19th February 2016 Timeform Work In Progress made a winning reappearance in a novice hurdle at Kempton in October and went on to run respectably in a couple of useful handicaps, so he has leading claims back in novice company following a short break. McKenzie’s Friend will find this … Continue reading