Stretton struts on

We were really cooking on gas today - betting in four races, I found the profit in each one! First came Rowe Park at Lingfield, winning at 3/1 with prices up to 5/1 available on the exchanges. In the Warwick International Handicap at Chester I backed two horses, and although Glenbuck was unplaced Dhaular Dhar did prevail - but then you can't back two winners in one race! My third successful win bet was Stretton in the last race at Chester. More than 16 points profit in total by taking advantage of higher exchange prices.

My lay bet was Scorpion in the Ormonde Stakes over the extended 1 mile 5 furlongs at Chester. Although he doubtless has the winning form at this level, as the 2005 winner of the St Leger, he still had question marks over his recent form, notably not winning since September 2005. Meanwhile he was lining up against several improving horses. As the even money favourite, I felt this was far too low a price and only reflected his classic victory of two seasons ago. In the event, he found one of the improving horses, namely Ask, too good on the day.

A very healthy haul of more than 17 points when it came time to pack up and go home.