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Race 1 – Taunton Racecourse
DOCTOR PARNASSUS was a decent performer on the flat without actually escaping the maidens. He made a winning shift to hurdling when acquired by Dan Skelton, bolting up with a huge 10 in hand at Ascot. With that under his belt he should take plenty of beating here. NORTON HILL showed plenty of promise when 2nd on hurdle bow following a debut win in the bumpers.
Top Tip – DOCTOR PARNASSUS (10)
One to consider – NORTON HILL (5)
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Race 2 – Taunton Racecourse
IBERIO kicked things off with an impressive win on debut in a Newton Abbot bumper. He hasn’t been able to bank on that potential in 3 outings over timber to date but now headed into the handicaps with cheekpieces fitted, might be able to take a step forward. BRANDY COVE struck the crossbar at Hereford on penultimate run and might be another who improves now handicapping.
Top Tip – IBERIO (8)
One to consider – BRANDY COVE (9)
Race 3 – Taunton Racecourse
WALK IN CLOVER failed to make an impression on debut in the bumpers but took a massive step forward when 2nd on hurdle bow at Uttoxeter. She was then acquitted by Dan Skelton and she went off and won with 20 in hand when paired with Harry Skelton. She concedes weight all round but the sheer merit of the run suggests she’ll be hard to beat. CHORAL WORK showed ample promise when 2nd on hurdle bow for Ellmarie Holden at 40/1. Now making start for Olly Murphy she could prove the challenger.
Top Tip – WALK IN CLOVER (1)
One to consider – CHORAL WORK (2)
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Race 4 – Taunton Racecourse
WIGGLESWORTH had an issue with his rider’s stirrup when unseating his rider at Doncaster latest. If his confidence isn’t shot he can get right back on top with his prior 4th a decent showing. HIGHEST SUN showed a comeback might be on the cards when finding the frame in his last couple of outings for Colin Tizzard. A change of yards and tracks might see him in the equation if not in need of the outing.
Top Tip – WIGGLESWORTH (6)
One to consider – HIGHEST SUN (2)
Race 5 – Taunton Racecourse
DR T J ECKLEBURG is a useful flat performer who turned out to be an apt recruit into these ranks when acquired by Olly Murphy. A promising 2nd on hurdle bow was backed up very nicely when home with 4+ in hand at Ludlow latest. Now heading into the handicaps he can continue to mature. AMELIA’S DANCE is fresh off a C&D double and demands respect on hat trick bid. The 5lb hike is going to see her nearing her ceiling but she’s more than capable.
Top Tip – DR T J ECKLEBURG (10)
One to consider – AMELIA’S DANCE (7)
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Race 6 – Taunton Racecourse
MAJESTIC MERLIN showed plenty of promise in 3rd on chase bow but was plunged into a tough handicap at Wincanton latest. A drop to calmer waters could see him build further. EROS has found 3rd the last thrice and looks the sort who won’t remain a maiden long in these ranks.
Top Tip – MAJESTIC MERLIN (3)
One to consider – EROS (5)
Race 7 – Taunton Racecourse
GALLOPADE ran with credit so score with 7 in hand at 10/1 on debut over this trip at Fakenham in November. Warren Greatrex’s charge looks quite capable of backing that up under a 7lb penalty. PRESENTING NELLY failed to deliver at Listed level following her own debut win but now in much calmer waters can make another impression for Dan Skelton.
Top Tip – GALLOPADE (1)
One to consider – PRESENTING NELLY (6)
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