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Discover the best bets for today’s thrilling action at Carlisle and Fakenham with Tom Lunn’s expert predictions. From underdog surprises to potential favorites, delve into the top tips set to make waves on the track. Don’t miss your chance to turn insights into wins!
In a heartbreaking turn of events at Cheltenham’s November Meeting, race winner Abuffalosoldier tragically collapsed and died on live TV moments after securing victory. Jockey Sean Bowen was still celebrating the win when the seven-year-old horse suddenly veered away and fell, leaving the racing community and spectators in shock. The tragedy was compounded by the deaths of two other horses, Bangers And Cash and Napper Tandy, within the span of 45 minutes, casting a somber shadow over the event.
Jeff Gural suggests that owners who retire their horses at the age of 3 should be responsible for covering The Meadowlands’ financial losses as the track waits for a potential casino license. Gural argues that early retirements deprive fans of exciting races and affect the overall quality of harness racing. He proposes waiving certain rules for stallions if their owners are willing to offset the track’s losses, emphasizing the enjoyment and long-term benefits of racing elite horses at 4 years old.
Dysart Enos and Burdett Road lead the betting for the Unibet Greatwood Hurdle, but it might pay to look elsewhere in a competitive renewal. Fiercely Proud, trained by Ben Pauling, caught the eye at Ascot and could improve significantly with a stronger gallop to aim at in a big field. Meanwhile, Royal Way offers value at 33/1 for Gary & Josh Moore, looking primed for a good run back in handicap company. Earlier on the card, Warren Greatrex’s Abuffalosoldier could be tough to beat if allowed to dictate from the front in the Holland Cooper Handicap Chase.
Last season’s standout juvenile hurdler, Sir Gino, is set to begin a new chapter over fences this term, according to his trainer, Nicky Henderson.
County Down trainer Caroline McCaldin has had just five runners this season, securing one win, but Ballyphilip is well-positioned to add to that success in the 3m½f hunter chase (2.52).
Trade shifted into a higher gear on Monday during the second session of the Tattersalls Ireland November National Hunt Sale. The session saw buyers focused on premium lots, particularly grandsons of the renowned Sea The Stars, with Kilbarry Lodge Stud enjoying a successful day.
Monday’s racing tips, two horses to consider putting in your multiple bets
Winning the 19th edition of the $295,000 Dream Supreme (L) at Churchill Downs on Saturday by 1¼ lengths.Guided by jockey Evin Roman for trainer Paulo Lobo, Upper Case completed the six-furlong race on a fast track in a time of 1:09.88.
Sandown has taken the step of watering the chase course, so it’s best to consider the going as good, with good to soft ground likely for the two picks