Despite my best intentions, have been struggling to get back in a racing groove, with the World Cup and the fine weather proving to be attractive distractions (Ascot review will have to wait!!)
However the Northumberland Plate, one of the season's most difficult handicaps, caught the eye and after due consideration would like to proffer two against the field. Bernie the Bolt was a progressive 3yo last term winning over longer trips. His chance at Chester was scuppered by the draw and if forgiven that, he holds a solid chance today. Alan Swinbank's Merchant of Dubai has a good level of form, being highly tried and although high enough in the weights, has claims at value odds (currently 25s on Betfair).
Plenty of good racing elsewhere without anything standing out, although interested to see how Mabait fares at Newmarket. The Derby Festival at the Curragh will be run unusually on fast going and one can only surmise that is the reason for Johnny Murtagh deserting Jan Vermeer (further thoughts anon).
cheers.....
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