Only last week in the Weekender Lizzy had a feature and basically said he's had a mid season break and could go to the fez but they desperately want to get a win again this season so may lower his sights somewhat. Make of that what you will ( yes i'm on too )
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Ultima Handicap Chase 2019
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As mentioned in the general thread the news from the Rooneys today makes Barney Dwan a very interesting one in this. A mark of 140 is 6lb lower than his hurdles mark and 3lb lower than his 2nd to PP in the Pertemps. Yes, he hasn't yet proved he's as good over fences but he's a 2nd season chaser with scope for improvement still. A couple of decent performances this season before almost being knocked out the race completely last time which probably took him off his stride as he then clattered 3 out. Did well to finish 3rd in the end. I'm a little concerned about his jumping fluency but at 25/1 NRNB I think there's a lot to like.
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Originally posted by Kevloaf View PostI am pretty confident Nick Williams has been targeting this race, and I have him in my mind as a very good target trainer.
I can't imagine Lizzie Kelly would get any positives from talking the horse up... hopefully it's all part of a cunning plan.
I can't see how he's not on everybodies shortlist at only 4 lbs higher.
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Originally posted by Viking Flagship View PostAs mentioned in the general thread the news from the Rooneys today makes Barney Dwan a very interesting one in this. A mark of 140 is 6lb lower than his hurdles mark and 3lb lower than his 2nd to PP in the Pertemps. Yes, he hasn't yet proved he's as good over fences but he's a 2nd season chaser with scope for improvement still. A couple of decent performances this season before almost being knocked out the race completely last time which probably took him off his stride as he then clattered 3 out. Did well to finish 3rd in the end. I'm a little concerned about his jumping fluency but at 25/1 NRNB I think there's a lot to like.
My head likes it a lot.
And for a redemption bet after the near miss in the pertemps (had it at 50's)
you may have found the winner sir viking.
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Originally posted by Viking Flagship View PostAs mentioned in the general thread the news from the Rooneys today makes Barney Dwan a very interesting one in this. A mark of 140 is 6lb lower than his hurdles mark and 3lb lower than his 2nd to PP in the Pertemps. Yes, he hasn't yet proved he's as good over fences but he's a 2nd season chaser with scope for improvement still. A couple of decent performances this season before almost being knocked out the race completely last time which probably took him off his stride as he then clattered 3 out. Did well to finish 3rd in the end. I'm a little concerned about his jumping fluency but at 25/1 NRNB I think there's a lot to like.
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Originally posted by Kevloaf View PostCertainly has.
His highest RPR is over 3m as well so even the trends can't stop you!
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