Racing: Hypernion's TV Tips

Friday 14 November 1997 00:02 GMT
Comments

CHELTENHAM

2.25: Indian Jockey will be strongly fancied to follow up his all-the- way Ascot victory a fortnight ago. But he has been raised 6lb for that win and Adrian Maguire could pounce with PERKNAPP. This 10-year-old showed a liking for this track when third in the Grand Annual Chase at the Festival in March. Flying Instructor has a lot of ability but could need this run.

3.00: Kilmington is an apple of Josh Gifford's eye and this eight-year- old must be respected, even though his Kempton win last week was in a four-horse race in which the hot favourite fell. The most likely result here though is success for YAHMI, reportedly well forward for this.

3.35: This cross-country course presents a riddle for punters. At least Irish Stamp has already proved himself over this track, is suited by the race conditions, and would be a worthy favourite. Giving weight away to all, however, is BISHOPS HALL, who could spring a surprise if the going remains on the fast side. Harry de Bromhead's runner has class and deserves a change of luck.

4.05: Another puzzling betting medium, with little evidence on which to compare the merits of the Irish-trained runners with the home contingent. Perhaps a small each-way stake on the lightly weighted REACH THE CLOUDS is best. This five-year-old should be staying on well at the finish.

Join our commenting forum

Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies

Comments

Thank you for registering

Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in