Sunday racing summary and weekly results

We saw a real 'game of two halves' today. First, Minster Abbi came in at 11/1 but was a 'void' bet, as I recommended backing her only if you could get 16/1 or bigger. I have received a few messages from members saying they did get matched. That is fantastic news for those that did, but a little galling for those that didn't - including me! As my published results reflect my own personal betting diary, then Minster Abbi will go down as a 'no bet'.

In the last minute of normal time, Strolling Vagabond popped up to win in a photo, and will have been something of a consolation to all of us who were unable to get on Minster Abbi. 4/1 was freely available about Strolling Vagabond, so I finished with 3 points profit to show for the afternoon.

No Lay Bet selections to report on today, and still the drought of good opportunities to oppose horses goes on. This month I have laid just 7 horses. 4 points profit this week though, so its not bad news - but I do like to get my money working harder than it has been of late on this side of the account.

Just over 3.5 points profit contribution from my Win Bets this week made for a solid 7 days efforts overall. Not the spectacular profits we have seen in recent weeks, but a consistent and steady upward movement of the account balance. It was a shame not to score any big priced winners at the Festival, but we have seen a few long-shots come in recently, and a 20/1 shot at Plumpton pays just as well as a 20/1 winner of the Champion Hurdle. Who needs prestige!

When it comes to making money, we have been spoilt over the past couple of months. But it is comforting when what might be seen as a 'poor' week, still results in a modest profit.

Profit for the week :- Win Bets 3.5pts, Lay Bets 4pts