The filly was looked after. The race probably came too soon. Too early to be writing either her or the race off.
The filly was looked after. The race probably came too soon. Too early to be writing either her or the race off.
Illegitimi non carborundum
Strawberri is far better value at 7/2 for her race at Chelmsford (8.15) tomorrow than Delta-thingy (which I didn't back) was for that race today. Probably has the Shadwell one to beat but I've had a pop at the price.
Illegitimi non carborundum
The 2nd and 3rd from that same race both run tomorrow. Different races. Both 5/4 overnight. Looks like I wasn't the only one who rated that form.
Illegitimi non carborundum
One won the other second and neither a real boost for the Haggas/Shadwell horse, at least not for its Derby hopes.
From the fillies' race the sixth runs tomorrow but is evens fav. Another I'm happy to let go.
Illegitimi non carborundum
Desert Orchid (6th May 2021), Outsider (6th May 2021)
Just picked up my own tracker alert for it. There's been money for it at 3/1 but it looks like there's even more money for the favourite.
Timeform give it their five stars and reckon it will 'take all the beating'. Knowing my luck it will take the same kind of beating as Ontario.
Illegitimi non carborundum
The last thing I would worry about is what Timeform thinks of a horse. A lot of kids working there now.
Colin Phillips (7th May 2021)
Spot on, Slim.
Ah! but a man's reach should exceed his grasp......
Slim (7th May 2021)
Anyway, it won.
Got me my Revich money back.
Illegitimi non carborundum
Not one of the horses from the basis of this thread but I got a tracker alert through for it this evening:
Wetherby 5.50 Secret Moment 9/1 - it looks like bin Suroor has found a good opening for this one. It carries the second colours but I'm not letting that put me off. This is a 4yo that was showing promise last summer but ended up missing the second half of the season after being gelded following his final run. At this time of year I'm averse to 3yos against their elders and 13 of this field of 16 are 3yos. The horse has been given plenty of time and the trainer has a very decent strike rate overall when he sends them to northern tracks. I've taken the wuss route, though, and gone each-way. I'm hoping a win will move it up the ratings enough to get into a decent handicap.
Illegitimi non carborundum
Meeting abandoned after Race 1
Saved the bookies a fortune, dammit.
Illegitimi non carborundum
Another of the Newmarket tracker horses out tomorrow but probably not worth backing at 8/15:
Riknnah - (Wolverhampton, 15:05) Bet now 8/15 Race: EBC Group Maiden Fillies' Stakes (Div 2) Your comment: 4th nwm apr mile mdn fast time Shamardal filly who is bred to be useful and showed a good deal of ability when beaten just over a length in fourth in 1m Newmarket maiden on debut in April. Big player with improvement on the cards.
Last edited by Desert Orchid; 19th May 2021 at 8:14 PM.
Illegitimi non carborundum
Forgot to watch the race.
Won comfortably 4/6.
Illegitimi non carborundum
Next up...
Strawberri - (Haydock, 15:15) Bet now 2/1 Race: Bryn Gates Fillies' Novice Stakes (Plus 10) Your comment: 5th nwm apr mile mdn fast time Well-bred filly who has shown plenty in a couple of maidens at up to 10f this season, coming from a little further back than the pair that finished in front of her at Chelmsford. Can do even better. (4 stars)
At 2/1 I might be tempted but haven't checked the card yet.
Last edited by Desert Orchid; 20th May 2021 at 9:16 PM.
Illegitimi non carborundum
Won 11/10.
Illegitimi non carborundum
luckyme (21st May 2021)
Next up:
Portfolio - (Newcastle, 17:55) Bet now 9/2 Race: Download The Equine Products App Today Handicap Your comment: 3rd nwm apr mile mdn fast time Thrice-raced maiden. 13/2, third of 9 in maiden at Newmarket (1m, good to firm) 41 days ago. Makes handicap debut and longer trip will suit. Can improve. (4 stars)
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