Thursday, January 15, 2009

Package fails to deliver

Ludlow, 1:10
A decent seller with nine runners having an official mark of 100 or greater. SUN QUEST took a long time to get off the mark but clicked at the first time of asking for his new yard and can follow up, possibly at the main expense of Mad Professor.
Back to win - Sun Quest Result: No bet, value price not achieved

Ludlow, 1:40
Khyber Kim, with 9lb in hand on official hurdles ratings, is the obvious starting point but the stable form remains a cause for concern and he is taken on with ISN'T THAT LUCKY, who has the advantage of chasing experience.
Back to win - Isn't That Lucky Result: unplaced

Taunton, 2:20
BASEBALL TED is going the right way as a chaser and could well prove hard to catch at this level. Oscar Jack and Michigan D'Isop complete the shortlist.
Back to win - Baseball Ted Result: 2nd

Taunton, 2:50
Both Big Eared Fran and Paddys Honour are interesting but the two previous hurdling winners set a strong standard and this may lie between them. Preference is for BUSKER ROYAL, whose handicap form looks solid.
Back to win - Busker Royal Result: 3rd

Taunton, 3:50
Far too many "ifs and buts" to be confident about the outcome but if FINE BY ME is none the worse for his tumble a couple of months ago, he could prove the answer.
Back to win - Fine By Me Result: unplaced

Ludlow, 4:10
It may be worth giving another chance to ACORDEON, who has shown plenty of ability in two starts despite being a beaten favourite both times and who runs here in preference to a host of near-at-hand engagements over hurdles. Nicky Henderson has won this race three times since 2002. Double Dash, Scrum V and Scandal are the pick of the opposition.
Back to win - Acordeon Result: 2nd

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