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Mares Novice Hurdle 2018

Will know in a few hours whether Salsaretta has an entry for the race at Fairyhouse on Saturday. For my ante post book I hope she is entered up and romps it, whilst Maria's Benefit disappoints at Doncaster. That race looks like it will be a real test for her, the likes of Verdana Blue and Dusky Legend prominent at this stage
 
Will know in a few hours whether Salsaretta has an entry for the race at Fairyhouse on Saturday. For my ante post book I hope she is entered up and romps it, whilst Maria's Benefit disappoints at Doncaster. That race looks like it will be a real test for her, the likes of Verdana Blue and Dusky Legend prominent at this stage

I don't want to back Maria's benefit at all. But agree If they all run and she beats them well in what at this stage is a very competitive race, her price suddenly becomes attractive.
 
I don't want to back Maria's benefit at all. But agree If they all run and she beats them well in what at this stage is a very competitive race, her price suddenly becomes attractive.

I think it would be seriously impressive form if they stand their ground and Maria's Benefit wins. Dusky Legend in particular is the one I want in there - Let's Dance beat her 2/3 lengths in last year's mares novice so if Maria's Benefit puts her to bed then that is seriously strong form. Need Salsaretta to impress either way to keep Maria's Benefit price decent even if she does win
 
No Salsaretta entry for the Solerina, time getting short now for her to make the festival.
 
I'm also getting a bit concerned about Mystic Theatre - who is probably my most backed horse for the festival this year!! Hasn't been seen since falling LTO.

I'm hoping Just Janice gives a strong account of herself in the Solerina just to boost Mystic Theatres form and then I'll just hope she makes it to the festival safe and sound!
 
Got her and mystic theatre 20s 16s with 365. Reluctant to cash out but would be useful to know if either is out for the season.

That's my 2 for the race also but only have 12s about MT and 10s about Salsaretta
 
Maybe after all this time my first pick Cap Soleil comes back to the fore :devilish:
 
Laurina entered though.

I wonder if shes a bet to nothing (NRNB) when final declarations are made.
 
Maybe after all this time my first pick Cap Soleil comes back to the fore :devilish:

Haha, if they change it to a 3m race maybe :p

On Salsaretta, Joe Chambers tweeted a "fingers crossed" emoji on twitter a couple of days back when someone asked if we'd see her soon....
 
Options if they keep her to a mares opener before the festival -
Punchestown 30th Jan
Fairyhouse 7th Feb
Clonmel 15th Feb
Navan 3rd March
 
Options if they keep her to a mares opener before the festival -
Punchestown 30th Jan
Fairyhouse 7th Feb
Clonmel 15th Feb
Navan 3rd March

Thanks KSS. Didn't have time to check myself earlier