Stephen WelchCHAMPION HURDLE
CHAMPION HURDLE
The You Spindle Me Rightround Baby Rightround Handicap Hurdle Race at Worcester at 4:08 is a competitive event on paper. Cawthorne Banker sets a strong standard, appearing to be the main contender based on its figures and current stable form. Playful Fox also enters the race with solid recent form, suggesting it should be prominent if the race unfolds favourably. Crown Of India represents an interesting each way possibility, benefiting from ideal conditions, though it does have a slight ratings deficit to overcome. Several other runners will need to show considerable improvement to feature.
Cawthorne Banker5/1
Jockey Jonjo O'Neill Jr.Trainer Jonjo & A.J. O'Neill
4:08, Worcester, CHAMPION HURDLE
Sets the standard on the figures and looks the one they all have to beat, the yard is in good form and the conditions suit.
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Playful Fox5/1
Jockey Harry SkeltonTrainer Dan Skelton
4:08, Worcester, CHAMPION HURDLE
Solid claims on recent form, ran well last time and should be thereabouts if the run of the race falls right.
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Crown Of India13/2
Jockey Kielan WoodsTrainer Alex Hales
4:08, Worcester, CHAMPION HURDLE
Interesting each way angle at the price, has a bit to find on the ratings but the trip and ground are ideal.
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Ocean Heights13/2
Jockey Rian Corcoran(5)Trainer David Pipe
4:08, Worcester, CHAMPION HURDLE
Needs to improve on what has been seen so far, but the stable can spring a surprise with lightly raced types.
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Castle Quarter8/1
Jockey Richie McLernonTrainer Neil Mulholland
4:08, Worcester, CHAMPION HURDLE
Hard to make a case at this level, would want a lot to go wrong for the principals to get involved.
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Graecia8/1
Jockey Daire McConville(7)Trainer Charlie Longsdon
4:08, Worcester, CHAMPION HURDLE
Hard to make a case at this level, would want a lot to go wrong for the principals to get involved.
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Raffles Nobu8/1
Jockey J M QuinlanTrainer Nick Scholfield
4:08, Worcester, CHAMPION HURDLE
Hard to make a case at this level, would want a lot to go wrong for the principals to get involved.
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Mojo Ego11/1
Jockey Liam HarrisonTrainer Fergal O'Brien
4:08, Worcester, CHAMPION HURDLE
Hard to make a case at this level, would want a lot to go wrong for the principals to get involved.
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Network Rgb11/1
Jockey Sean BowenTrainer Olly Murphy
4:08, Worcester, CHAMPION HURDLE
Hard to make a case at this level, would want a lot to go wrong for the principals to get involved.
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Kernie d'Airy14/1
Jockey Gavin SheehanTrainer Jamie Snowden
4:08, Worcester, CHAMPION HURDLE
Hard to make a case at this level, would want a lot to go wrong for the principals to get involved.
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Zafaan16/1
Jockey Harry BannisterTrainer Charlie Clover
4:08, Worcester, CHAMPION HURDLE
Hard to make a case at this level, would want a lot to go wrong for the principals to get involved.
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Ez Tiger28/1
Jockey Bryan CarverTrainer Alex Hales
4:08, Worcester, CHAMPION HURDLE
Hard to make a case at this level, would want a lot to go wrong for the principals to get involved.
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Connemara Joe33/1
Jockey Stan SheppardTrainer Matt Sheppard
4:08, Worcester, CHAMPION HURDLE
Hard to make a case at this level, would want a lot to go wrong for the principals to get involved.
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Genbu33/1
Jockey Charlie PriceTrainer Sarah-Jayne Davies
4:08, Worcester, CHAMPION HURDLE
Hard to make a case at this level, would want a lot to go wrong for the principals to get involved.
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Cawthorne Banker appears to hold the strongest claims in this race, setting the standard on ratings and benefiting from a yard in good form. This horse looks to be the one to beat, with conditions expected to suit its profile. Playful Fox is another strong contender, showing solid recent form and likely to be involved if receiving a clear run. For those seeking a value alternative, Crown Of India presents an interesting option at its current price. While it needs to find a little more on the figures, the trip and ground are ideal for its chances, making it a viable each way selection.
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