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Figgis
16 Jun 11 11:12
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I thought he was one to follow after his reappearance win at Sandown. He did it in a very good time, which was well up to the standard of what it usually takes to win this race. I suppose Captain Bertie didn't exactly frank the form next time, but in my view, it's not unusual for one from that yard to disappoint after a big run. Tazahum went on to a hard fought win over Fury last time, but that race turned into a sprint, it wouldn't have taken much out of him and he's a value favourite.
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Report zilzal1 June 16, 2011 11:16 AM BST
I think Captain Bertie will show improved form today, dont like Tazanums draw though
Report Figgis June 16, 2011 11:24 AM BST
Yeah, Zil, I have CB narrowly best in at the weights today, it's not a race I'll be betting in but it wouldn't surprise me if he came back to form. I find the Hills yard a bit like Johnston's in that respect, but to be fair maybe the race came a bit soon. Do you think the draw will matter in the 5.00 then, Zil?
Report zilzal1 June 16, 2011 11:27 AM BST
Think if you look at big field 10f Ascot form it will show that wise runners have a bad record, the bend comes up quite near the start and they have to loose ground or use up quite a bit of petrol

Mind you the ground could be a bit boggy by then !!!
Report zilzal1 June 16, 2011 11:29 AM BST
ive backed CB at the price, dont know what the draw will be like on the straight today,not a day to be lumping on imo
Report zilzal1 June 16, 2011 11:29 AM BST
wide runners LOL
Report mythical prince June 16, 2011 1:08 PM BST
mordin likes this as well. given that tazahum seemed to want further, was
pretty impressive that he managed to reel in fury in the final furlong
when that race turned into a sprint.
Report Figgis June 16, 2011 1:35 PM BST
The one I like in that race, Zil, is Belgian Bill, I was impressed with him last time, like you say though, the draw is a headache.
Report Figgis June 16, 2011 5:12 PM BST
Time for me to give up I think with those kind of results on that ground Cry
Report Figgis July 29, 2011 12:41 PM BST
Gonna give Tazahum another go here. I don't think he got the extra 2 furlongs last time and the soft ground didn't help. In any case, it turned out to be a hotter race than I expected and I don't think he would've beaten Pisco Sour even if he had stayed. With Tazahum carrying 4lbs more I rate there's very little between the front three in the betting today and more depends on which horse is most likely to run to form. The fav looks underpriced (nothing new for a Noseda horse) and I'm confident Tazahum will at least go very close, so he's the value, for me.
Report Figgis July 29, 2011 2:48 PM BST
I hate to keep making excuses for horses but as there was no pace on today I'll still be giving Tazahum another chance. Hopefully there will be a better gallop next time so R Hills' lack of tactical nous won't be a factor.
Report roadrunner46 July 29, 2011 3:57 PM BST
frankel best horse in world , neebras got within in 2 lenths, if that wasnt best form on offer, need glasses
Report Figgis July 29, 2011 4:03 PM BST
You're right, I must call in Specsavers, as I can't see your post about this before the race.
Report roadrunner46 July 29, 2011 4:09 PM BST
got the punch line, couldnt believe it............. when i stumbled on it. knew it was better than strong suits form, ie western aristo, didnt even check the form on tazhum
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