It is hard for me not to feel like the Ryanair still ends up as the race the horses "not good enough to win a Gold Cup" run in, rather than a race they're aimed at.
After Christmas, when decisions have to be made and trial races happen (and inevitably defeats) it changes peoples targets. I would hazard a guess for Monalee that he'd be beaten at 3m post Christmas and have his sights 'lowered' for the race he'd actually have a etter chance in (as it'll likely be weaker).
Kemboy then... right in the mixer! Only 2 lbs lower than Al Boum Photo who was my biggest fancy of all of his last year and they are closer ratings than I'd have anticipated! You must be excited to go to war with him this year!!!
After Christmas, when decisions have to be made and trial races happen (and inevitably defeats) it changes peoples targets. I would hazard a guess for Monalee that he'd be beaten at 3m post Christmas and have his sights 'lowered' for the race he'd actually have a etter chance in (as it'll likely be weaker).
Kemboy then... right in the mixer! Only 2 lbs lower than Al Boum Photo who was my biggest fancy of all of his last year and they are closer ratings than I'd have anticipated! You must be excited to go to war with him this year!!!
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