Spinner’s ready to turn it on
SAM SPINNER is fancied to make a successful return to action by beating seven rivals for the Ladbrokes Long Distance Hurdle (3.00) at Newbury today.
Although Jedd O’Keeffe’s stable star was a beaten favourite at Cheltenham and Aintree in the spring, he proved himself at the highest level when landing Ascot’s Long Walk Hurdle two days before last Christmas.
Rain-softened ground is a plus for Joe Colliver’ s mount, who has further progress to come as he bids to defy a Grade 1 penalty.
A BHA rating of 151 looks within range for
WILLOUGHBY COURT in
the Ladbrokes Handicap Chase (2.25).
Successful on this card 12 months ago, the sevenyear-old has undergone wind surgery since a defeat at Cheltenham on New Year’s Day, and has plenty of untapped potential as he competes over the larger obstacles for the fourth time.
After a pleasing debut over fences here 22 days ago, LA BAGUE AU ROI is a worthy favourite for the Grade 2 Ladbrokes’ Novices’ Chase (1.50).
After getting off the mark over obstacles at Warwick three weeks ago, DE NAME EVADES ME
should give a good account in the Ladbrokes Handicap Hurdle (3.35).