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COTTAGE OAK
A competitive Hunter which at 1st glance look impossible, but I think COTTAGE OAK will take some beating with fitness on its side.
COTTAGE OAK had a rating of 130 when last seen running under rules when not in the best of form, usually being held up in its races…. But has looked a different horse in its 2 P2Ps since coming over from Ireland.
A change of tactics seems to have worked, racing up with the pace & winning both easily on dead & heavy ground…. It is now qualified for the FoxHunters at chelt where its priced up at around 14s..
(owner apparently not worried about SALSIFY)
The form of those 2 wins is quite solid, beating DAMMAM (unbeaten last year in 2 runs) in a good race last time, Current Exchange was PU in that race (only beaten once in 7 races) ….
On its P2P debut it beat BOBS LAW ( an unbeaten P2Per) easily…… there is no getting away from the form which has a strong look to it.
Mr P Gerety who has rode it in both its Point wins rides again here.
SPECIAL PORTRAIT
Not much to say about this horse…. Put it up a few times last season ( won them all)…..its as genuine as they come & is a thorough stayer …… but actually has to give weight to COTTAGE OAK ( with jocks claims)…… only rated 109 & not having the benefit of a recent run, will be hard pressed to win this…. But it seemed to improve as the season went on last year, so a horse hard to be negative about.
PENMORE MILL
Should probably be unbeaten as it wasn’t right.. (sore shin on his off fore) .. when meeting its only defeat at the hands of Cheltenham hunter winner DOCTOR KINGSLEY…….a horse that it had previously beaten.
At BUCKFASTLEIGH last year PENMORE MILL deat heated with KEPPOLS HILL…a horse that really should be 3-3 for Nicholls under rules….. again the form is a strong as it gets…… but I don’t think it will appreciate the Heavy ground, with the majority of its wins being on a fast surface….. although the ground was holding when it DH…. Gets 6LB from COTTAGE OAK & there shouldn’t be much between them on a line/rating through Keppols Hill…….
BENEFIT NIGHT
This would have a great chance if fit, but its been off the course for close to 2 years….
Maybe a one to watch?...... but I cant have it against a race fit COTTAGE OAK.
COTTAGE OAK has to be the bet for me ….. goes on the ground, has fitness on its side & has improved for racing up with the pace….
If they ride it the same way (prominent) it will take some stopping…
A competitive Hunter which at 1st glance look impossible, but I think COTTAGE OAK will take some beating with fitness on its side.
COTTAGE OAK had a rating of 130 when last seen running under rules when not in the best of form, usually being held up in its races…. But has looked a different horse in its 2 P2Ps since coming over from Ireland.
A change of tactics seems to have worked, racing up with the pace & winning both easily on dead & heavy ground…. It is now qualified for the FoxHunters at chelt where its priced up at around 14s..
(owner apparently not worried about SALSIFY)
The form of those 2 wins is quite solid, beating DAMMAM (unbeaten last year in 2 runs) in a good race last time, Current Exchange was PU in that race (only beaten once in 7 races) ….
On its P2P debut it beat BOBS LAW ( an unbeaten P2Per) easily…… there is no getting away from the form which has a strong look to it.
Mr P Gerety who has rode it in both its Point wins rides again here.
SPECIAL PORTRAIT
Not much to say about this horse…. Put it up a few times last season ( won them all)…..its as genuine as they come & is a thorough stayer …… but actually has to give weight to COTTAGE OAK ( with jocks claims)…… only rated 109 & not having the benefit of a recent run, will be hard pressed to win this…. But it seemed to improve as the season went on last year, so a horse hard to be negative about.
PENMORE MILL
Should probably be unbeaten as it wasn’t right.. (sore shin on his off fore) .. when meeting its only defeat at the hands of Cheltenham hunter winner DOCTOR KINGSLEY…….a horse that it had previously beaten.
At BUCKFASTLEIGH last year PENMORE MILL deat heated with KEPPOLS HILL…a horse that really should be 3-3 for Nicholls under rules….. again the form is a strong as it gets…… but I don’t think it will appreciate the Heavy ground, with the majority of its wins being on a fast surface….. although the ground was holding when it DH…. Gets 6LB from COTTAGE OAK & there shouldn’t be much between them on a line/rating through Keppols Hill…….
BENEFIT NIGHT
This would have a great chance if fit, but its been off the course for close to 2 years….
Maybe a one to watch?...... but I cant have it against a race fit COTTAGE OAK.
COTTAGE OAK has to be the bet for me ….. goes on the ground, has fitness on its side & has improved for racing up with the pace….
If they ride it the same way (prominent) it will take some stopping…
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Thanks for the write up koikeeper. Good luck.
Thanks koi. Excellent write up. Good luck for the coming season.
May I add my thanks too.
Your comments are always a pleasure to read.
Good luck with your wagers this year.
Your comments are always a pleasure to read.
Good luck with your wagers this year.
Thanks for all your hard work Koi.
Invested accordingly.
Invested accordingly.
Excellent write up as always Koi and well reasoned.Will it be on iyo?
Cant seem to get a positive yes or no from anyone regarding the next few days weather in the UK,I left at short notice this morning as the contacts at Leuchars and Lossie were fairly sure you are going to get a lump of snow but it could be localised?
Cant seem to get a positive yes or no from anyone regarding the next few days weather in the UK,I left at short notice this morning as the contacts at Leuchars and Lossie were fairly sure you are going to get a lump of snow but it could be localised?
Lets hope its on..
KELSO - Jump (Updated:12/01/2013 at 08:00:15)
Going
Heavy
(GoingStick: 5.5 on Thursday at 12:00)
Rails
Rail pushed out on hurdle course bends once more to
provide some fresh ground, adding approx 30-50yds on to
the official distances of each race.
Weather
Dry overnight and remained above freezing. Mainly dry day
forecast - Max temp 4C. Tonight dipping to -3C and tomorrow it is
unlikely to rise above 1C all day. Sleet/snow showers possible by
mid-day.
Inspections
PRECAUTIONARY INSPECTION 8.00AM SUNDAY MORNING
Other
Covers shall be deployed on all take offs, landings and most
vulnerable areas.
KELSO - Jump (Updated:12/01/2013 at 08:00:15)
Going
Heavy
(GoingStick: 5.5 on Thursday at 12:00)
Rails
Rail pushed out on hurdle course bends once more to
provide some fresh ground, adding approx 30-50yds on to
the official distances of each race.
Weather
Dry overnight and remained above freezing. Mainly dry day
forecast - Max temp 4C. Tonight dipping to -3C and tomorrow it is
unlikely to rise above 1C all day. Sleet/snow showers possible by
mid-day.
Inspections
PRECAUTIONARY INSPECTION 8.00AM SUNDAY MORNING
Other
Covers shall be deployed on all take offs, landings and most
vulnerable areas.
Looking forward to going down to Kelso tomorrow, so just need the weather to play ball.
Thanks for putting up a well reasoned write up. Hope you have a successful day tomorrow.
Thanks for putting up a well reasoned write up. Hope you have a successful day tomorrow.
A quick question to you Koi , are you a regular at P. T. P. meetings or do you just read up the formbook ?
Northofperth... all form & ratings
I have a database of P2P horses & Hunters with comments on races etc.....keep adding to them as & when...seems to have served me well.
I have a database of P2P horses & Hunters with comments on races etc.....keep adding to them as & when...seems to have served me well.
Koi, Pointing 2013 seems of the opinion that cut in the ground is essential to Penmore Mill so would be my pick at the weights.
Im in ....jmdc...on distance travelled.........Koi comment "may need it" the excuse 
Penmore has no experience of ground like this...but that doesnt mean it wont go in it..."may need it" though
I have to say Koi .... this is the kind of post i love to read .... bet or no bet it's not important - quality stuff like this is hard to find ... as with all other Forumites many thanks
This track does favour "front runners".................but in this ground youve got to stay.........
ive had a go at 11/4 koi,at that price its worth a bet.some of the posts on here youd think they were staking their last fiver on the race
The British Hunter Chase season begins in style on Sunday with eleven declared for the CGA Foxhunter Trial Open Hunter’s Chase (2m 7½f) at Kelso. The going is currently heavy but the threat of overnight frost has meant the card is subject to an 8am inspection.
Cottage Oak is the only runner to benefit from a recent outing and has a perfect record since joining Joe O’Shea. Two from two in Points of late, he proved his effectiveness in similar ground at Chaddesley last time out when winning in a time one second quicker than the Ladies Open despite carrying 21lbs more and never coming off the bridle. Both his wins this season have been going left-handed and any question marks of his ability to handle large fields (two chase wins have come against 3 and 5 rivals respectively) have been answered. The capable Paddy Gerety (yet to ride a winner under rules; he, Tom Ellis (Penmore Mill) and Ryan Hatch (Benefit Night), have never previously ridden at Kelso) has kept the ten-year-old more prominent than when recently seen under rules which appears to have rekindled enthusiasm. His two recent wins between the flags were arguably against stronger opposition than any of the Points/Hunter Chases won by the rest of this field and he sets the standard.
The lightly-raced Pointer Penmore Mill makes his eagerly anticipated debut over regulation fences in a race that will ultimately shape his itinerary for the season. The eight-year-old has gone through the grades between the flags, winning 5 from 6. His sole defeat came against Doctor Kingsley in a very fast time at Guilsborough – no disgrace given that animal has since completed a seven-timer including the Intermediate Final at Cheltenham. The eight-year-old has an impressive cruising speed and the ability to quicken. He should be spot on to perform straight away from a break, proving his capabilities when dead-heating (looked to have got up) with Keppols Hill (now rated 136) on his first start last season in an Intermediate at Buckfastleigh (which has since produced several subsequent winners). He looked smart when taking his Confined at Mollington in May (soft) but is a horse who could make a real impact in Hunter Chases if his jumping, which has not always looked the most fluent, proves adequate.
Penmore Mill – Progressive (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
13-year-old Benefit Night is difficult to assess. Front-running tactics saw him land the 2011 Leinster National with ease before running a blinder behind Triggerman off 126 at Cheltenham, for which he was raised 7lbs. Reported by his former trainer to need a left-handed track, he’s not been seen for 640 days but retention of the ability he showed two years ago would certainly see him in the shake up. He has won on heavy in his youth and it is interesting connections have him entered for Newbury on Wednesday.
Another ex-Irish recruit is Granaruid, last seen pulling up in a Clonmel Handicap Hurdle in September. He is unproven in a over this far and has to concede weight to most of his rivals. Having only managed to win once from 28 starts, his first start for Alison Hamilton looks one to watch.
Special Portrait is a model of consistency and finished off last season with a four-timer after scoring over 4m1f at Cheltenham. A tough, genuine grey who relishes a test of stamina, the nine-year-old will thrive in conditions but would ideally appreciate further. Rider Will Kinsey is 5 from 7 on him but with effectively outright top weight (after claims) of 12st 3lbs here, a career best is needed to extend his sequence. The fact that his official rating of 109 has not be altered in his recent purple patch tells a story in itself.
Sacred Mountain was a well held 4th behind by Special Portrait (2nd) on his penultimate start (Kelso) in this sphere and despite running Doc Row within a length back here last February, there is no obvious reason why the form should be reversed, even in receipt of 8lbs. Nevertheless, he’ll stay the trip, goes well fresh and will be of each-way interest to some given that connections have opted for this race over the preceding 0-95 Handicap Chase.
Special Portrait – Consistent (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
4 of Tartan Snow‘s 5 careers wins have come at this venue, the most recent being when given rider Jamie Hamilton an initial rules success in an Amateur Rider’s Handicap Chase off 118 (his highest winning mark) over 2m6½f in February. Nothing has advertised the form since and he is unproven to stay this far in the conditions. It would be a minor surprise if he proved good enough first time out under a double penalty.
Supreme Plan has not been seen since scoring on Hunter Chase debut at Catterick in March under trainer Ed Cameron. Although in a race confined to horses who had never won under rules, he asserted nicely before idling close home. Richard Smith takes over the reigns of a horse who has conditions to suit but faces a sharp rise in class.
The inclusion of blinkers helped Cherry’s Bay get off the mark in Points at the 13th time of asking (Hexham, soft) but this is a steep rules introduction. Maiden Pointer Coole Murphy failed to make the frame in two weaker Hunter Chases here last year while Waterski has a hopeless task.
Much will be gleaned from this contest and decent cases can be made for a few. Special Portrait is dependable and it is difficult seeing him out of the frame but he needs to improve further to take this. Benefit Night, who should set the pace, and is a fascinating contender and a bold showing is possible if fit. The solid option is the race-fit Cottage Oak, who is being prepared for a crack at the Foxhunter in March. PENMORE MILL could also be heading there if continuing to progress but there are easier introductions for Novice Chasers. They look the two to have on side at the weights, with the latter providing the value.
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The British Hunter Chase season begins in style on Sunday with eleven declared for the CGA Foxhunter Trial Open Hunter’s Chase (2m 7½f) at Kelso. The going is currently heavy but the threat of overnight frost has meant the card is subject to an 8am inspection.
Cottage Oak is the only runner to benefit from a recent outing and has a perfect record since joining Joe O’Shea. Two from two in Points of late, he proved his effectiveness in similar ground at Chaddesley last time out when winning in a time one second quicker than the Ladies Open despite carrying 21lbs more and never coming off the bridle. Both his wins this season have been going left-handed and any question marks of his ability to handle large fields (two chase wins have come against 3 and 5 rivals respectively) have been answered. The capable Paddy Gerety (yet to ride a winner under rules; he, Tom Ellis (Penmore Mill) and Ryan Hatch (Benefit Night), have never previously ridden at Kelso) has kept the ten-year-old more prominent than when recently seen under rules which appears to have rekindled enthusiasm. His two recent wins between the flags were arguably against stronger opposition than any of the Points/Hunter Chases won by the rest of this field and he sets the standard.
The lightly-raced Pointer Penmore Mill makes his eagerly anticipated debut over regulation fences in a race that will ultimately shape his itinerary for the season. The eight-year-old has gone through the grades between the flags, winning 5 from 6. His sole defeat came against Doctor Kingsley in a very fast time at Guilsborough – no disgrace given that animal has since completed a seven-timer including the Intermediate Final at Cheltenham. The eight-year-old has an impressive cruising speed and the ability to quicken. He should be spot on to perform straight away from a break, proving his capabilities when dead-heating (looked to have got up) with Keppols Hill (now rated 136) on his first start last season in an Intermediate at Buckfastleigh (which has since produced several subsequent winners). He looked smart when taking his Confined at Mollington in May (soft) but is a horse who could make a real impact in Hunter Chases if his jumping, which has not always looked the most fluent, proves adequate.
Penmore Mill – Progressive (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
13-year-old Benefit Night is difficult to assess. Front-running tactics saw him land the 2011 Leinster National with ease before running a blinder behind Triggerman off 126 at Cheltenham, for which he was raised 7lbs. Reported by his former trainer to need a left-handed track, he’s not been seen for 640 days but retention of the ability he showed two years ago would certainly see him in the shake up. He has won on heavy in his youth and it is interesting connections have him entered for Newbury on Wednesday.
Another ex-Irish recruit is Granaruid, last seen pulling up in a Clonmel Handicap Hurdle in September. He is unproven in a over this far and has to concede weight to most of his rivals. Having only managed to win once from 28 starts, his first start for Alison Hamilton looks one to watch.
Special Portrait is a model of consistency and finished off last season with a four-timer after scoring over 4m1f at Cheltenham. A tough, genuine grey who relishes a test of stamina, the nine-year-old will thrive in conditions but would ideally appreciate further. Rider Will Kinsey is 5 from 7 on him but with effectively outright top weight (after claims) of 12st 3lbs here, a career best is needed to extend his sequence. The fact that his official rating of 109 has not be altered in his recent purple patch tells a story in itself.
Sacred Mountain was a well held 4th behind by Special Portrait (2nd) on his penultimate start (Kelso) in this sphere and despite running Doc Row within a length back here last February, there is no obvious reason why the form should be reversed, even in receipt of 8lbs. Nevertheless, he’ll stay the trip, goes well fresh and will be of each-way interest to some given that connections have opted for this race over the preceding 0-95 Handicap Chase.
Special Portrait – Consistent (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
4 of Tartan Snow‘s 5 careers wins have come at this venue, the most recent being when given rider Jamie Hamilton an initial rules success in an Amateur Rider’s Handicap Chase off 118 (his highest winning mark) over 2m6½f in February. Nothing has advertised the form since and he is unproven to stay this far in the conditions. It would be a minor surprise if he proved good enough first time out under a double penalty.
Supreme Plan has not been seen since scoring on Hunter Chase debut at Catterick in March under trainer Ed Cameron. Although in a race confined to horses who had never won under rules, he asserted nicely before idling close home. Richard Smith takes over the reigns of a horse who has conditions to suit but faces a sharp rise in class.
The inclusion of blinkers helped Cherry’s Bay get off the mark in Points at the 13th time of asking (Hexham, soft) but this is a steep rules introduction. Maiden Pointer Coole Murphy failed to make the frame in two weaker Hunter Chases here last year while Waterski has a hopeless task.
Much will be gleaned from this contest and decent cases can be made for a few. Special Portrait is dependable and it is difficult seeing him out of the frame but he needs to improve further to take this. Benefit Night, who should set the pace, and is a fascinating contender and a bold showing is possible if fit. The solid option is the race-fit Cottage Oak, who is being prepared for a crack at the Foxhunter in March. PENMORE MILL could also be heading there if continuing to progress but there are easier introductions for Novice Chasers. They look the two to have on side at the weights, with the latter providing the value.
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The British Hunter Chase season begins in style on Sunday with eleven declared for the CGA Foxhunter Trial Open Hunter’s Chase (2m 7½f) at Kelso. The going is currently heavy but the threat of overnight frost has meant the card is subject to an 8am inspection.
Cottage Oak is the only runner to benefit from a recent outing and has a perfect record since joining Joe O’Shea. Two from two in Points of late, he proved his effectiveness in similar ground at Chaddesley last time out when winning in a time one second quicker than the Ladies Open despite carrying 21lbs more and never coming off the bridle. Both his wins this season have been going left-handed and any question marks of his ability to handle large fields (two chase wins have come against 3 and 5 rivals respectively) have been answered. The capable Paddy Gerety (yet to ride a winner under rules; he, Tom Ellis (Penmore Mill) and Ryan Hatch (Benefit Night), have never previously ridden at Kelso) has kept the ten-year-old more prominent than when recently seen under rules which appears to have rekindled enthusiasm. His two recent wins between the flags were arguably against stronger opposition than any of the Points/Hunter Chases won by the rest of this field and he sets the standard.
The lightly-raced Pointer Penmore Mill makes his eagerly anticipated debut over regulation fences in a race that will ultimately shape his itinerary for the season. The eight-year-old has gone through the grades between the flags, winning 5 from 6. His sole defeat came against Doctor Kingsley in a very fast time at Guilsborough – no disgrace given that animal has since completed a seven-timer including the Intermediate Final at Cheltenham. The eight-year-old has an impressive cruising speed and the ability to quicken. He should be spot on to perform straight away from a break, proving his capabilities when dead-heating (looked to have got up) with Keppols Hill (now rated 136) on his first start last season in an Intermediate at Buckfastleigh (which has since produced several subsequent winners). He looked smart when taking his Confined at Mollington in May (soft) but is a horse who could make a real impact in Hunter Chases if his jumping, which has not always looked the most fluent, proves adequate.
Penmore Mill – Progressive (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
13-year-old Benefit Night is difficult to assess. Front-running tactics saw him land the 2011 Leinster National with ease before running a blinder behind Triggerman off 126 at Cheltenham, for which he was raised 7lbs. Reported by his former trainer to need a left-handed track, he’s not been seen for 640 days but retention of the ability he showed two years ago would certainly see him in the shake up. He has won on heavy in his youth and it is interesting connections have him entered for Newbury on Wednesday.
Another ex-Irish recruit is Granaruid, last seen pulling up in a Clonmel Handicap Hurdle in September. He is unproven in a over this far and has to concede weight to most of his rivals. Having only managed to win once from 28 starts, his first start for Alison Hamilton looks one to watch.
Special Portrait is a model of consistency and finished off last season with a four-timer after scoring over 4m1f at Cheltenham. A tough, genuine grey who relishes a test of stamina, the nine-year-old will thrive in conditions but would ideally appreciate further. Rider Will Kinsey is 5 from 7 on him but with effectively outright top weight (after claims) of 12st 3lbs here, a career best is needed to extend his sequence. The fact that his official rating of 109 has not be altered in his recent purple patch tells a story in itself.
Sacred Mountain was a well held 4th behind by Special Portrait (2nd) on his penultimate start (Kelso) in this sphere and despite running Doc Row within a length back here last February, there is no obvious reason why the form should be reversed, even in receipt of 8lbs. Nevertheless, he’ll stay the trip, goes well fresh and will be of each-way interest to some given that connections have opted for this race over the preceding 0-95 Handicap Chase.
Special Portrait – Consistent (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
4 of Tartan Snow‘s 5 careers wins have come at this venue, the most recent being when given rider Jamie Hamilton an initial rules success in an Amateur Rider’s Handicap Chase off 118 (his highest winning mark) over 2m6½f in February. Nothing has advertised the form since and he is unproven to stay this far in the conditions. It would be a minor surprise if he proved good enough first time out under a double penalty.
Supreme Plan has not been seen since scoring on Hunter Chase debut at Catterick in March under trainer Ed Cameron. Although in a race confined to horses who had never won under rules, he asserted nicely before idling close home. Richard Smith takes over the reigns of a horse who has conditions to suit but faces a sharp rise in class.
The inclusion of blinkers helped Cherry’s Bay get off the mark in Points at the 13th time of asking (Hexham, soft) but this is a steep rules introduction. Maiden Pointer Coole Murphy failed to make the frame in two weaker Hunter Chases here last year while Waterski has a hopeless task.
Much will be gleaned from this contest and decent cases can be made for a few. Special Portrait is dependable and it is difficult seeing him out of the frame but he needs to improve further to take this. Benefit Night, who should set the pace, and is a fascinating contender and a bold showing is possible if fit. The solid option is the race-fit Cottage Oak, who is being prepared for a crack at the Foxhunter in March. PENMORE MILL could also be heading there if continuing to progress but there are easier introductions for Novice Chasers. They look the two to have on side at the weights, with the latter providing the value.
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The British Hunter Chase season begins in style on Sunday with eleven declared for the CGA Foxhunter Trial Open Hunter’s Chase (2m 7½f) at Kelso. The going is currently heavy but the threat of overnight frost has meant the card is subject to an 8am inspection.
Cottage Oak is the only runner to benefit from a recent outing and has a perfect record since joining Joe O’Shea. Two from two in Points of late, he proved his effectiveness in similar ground at Chaddesley last time out when winning in a time one second quicker than the Ladies Open despite carrying 21lbs more and never coming off the bridle. Both his wins this season have been going left-handed and any question marks of his ability to handle large fields (two chase wins have come against 3 and 5 rivals respectively) have been answered. The capable Paddy Gerety (yet to ride a winner under rules; he, Tom Ellis (Penmore Mill) and Ryan Hatch (Benefit Night), have never previously ridden at Kelso) has kept the ten-year-old more prominent than when recently seen under rules which appears to have rekindled enthusiasm. His two recent wins between the flags were arguably against stronger opposition than any of the Points/Hunter Chases won by the rest of this field and he sets the standard.
The lightly-raced Pointer Penmore Mill makes his eagerly anticipated debut over regulation fences in a race that will ultimately shape his itinerary for the season. The eight-year-old has gone through the grades between the flags, winning 5 from 6. His sole defeat came against Doctor Kingsley in a very fast time at Guilsborough – no disgrace given that animal has since completed a seven-timer including the Intermediate Final at Cheltenham. The eight-year-old has an impressive cruising speed and the ability to quicken. He should be spot on to perform straight away from a break, proving his capabilities when dead-heating (looked to have got up) with Keppols Hill (now rated 136) on his first start last season in an Intermediate at Buckfastleigh (which has since produced several subsequent winners). He looked smart when taking his Confined at Mollington in May (soft) but is a horse who could make a real impact in Hunter Chases if his jumping, which has not always looked the most fluent, proves adequate.
Penmore Mill – Progressive (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
13-year-old Benefit Night is difficult to assess. Front-running tactics saw him land the 2011 Leinster National with ease before running a blinder behind Triggerman off 126 at Cheltenham, for which he was raised 7lbs. Reported by his former trainer to need a left-handed track, he’s not been seen for 640 days but retention of the ability he showed two years ago would certainly see him in the shake up. He has won on heavy in his youth and it is interesting connections have him entered for Newbury on Wednesday.
Another ex-Irish recruit is Granaruid, last seen pulling up in a Clonmel Handicap Hurdle in September. He is unproven in a over this far and has to concede weight to most of his rivals. Having only managed to win once from 28 starts, his first start for Alison Hamilton looks one to watch.
Special Portrait is a model of consistency and finished off last season with a four-timer after scoring over 4m1f at Cheltenham. A tough, genuine grey who relishes a test of stamina, the nine-year-old will thrive in conditions but would ideally appreciate further. Rider Will Kinsey is 5 from 7 on him but with effectively outright top weight (after claims) of 12st 3lbs here, a career best is needed to extend his sequence. The fact that his official rating of 109 has not be altered in his recent purple patch tells a story in itself.
Sacred Mountain was a well held 4th behind by Special Portrait (2nd) on his penultimate start (Kelso) in this sphere and despite running Doc Row within a length back here last February, there is no obvious reason why the form should be reversed, even in receipt of 8lbs. Nevertheless, he’ll stay the trip, goes well fresh and will be of each-way interest to some given that connections have opted for this race over the preceding 0-95 Handicap Chase.
Special Portrait – Consistent (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
4 of Tartan Snow‘s 5 careers wins have come at this venue, the most recent being when given rider Jamie Hamilton an initial rules success in an Amateur Rider’s Handicap Chase off 118 (his highest winning mark) over 2m6½f in February. Nothing has advertised the form since and he is unproven to stay this far in the conditions. It would be a minor surprise if he proved good enough first time out under a double penalty.
Supreme Plan has not been seen since scoring on Hunter Chase debut at Catterick in March under trainer Ed Cameron. Although in a race confined to horses who had never won under rules, he asserted nicely before idling close home. Richard Smith takes over the reigns of a horse who has conditions to suit but faces a sharp rise in class.
The inclusion of blinkers helped Cherry’s Bay get off the mark in Points at the 13th time of asking (Hexham, soft) but this is a steep rules introduction. Maiden Pointer Coole Murphy failed to make the frame in two weaker Hunter Chases here last year while Waterski has a hopeless task.
Much will be gleaned from this contest and decent cases can be made for a few. Special Portrait is dependable and it is difficult seeing him out of the frame but he needs to improve further to take this. Benefit Night, who should set the pace, and is a fascinating contender and a bold showing is possible if fit. The solid option is the race-fit Cottage Oak, who is being prepared for a crack at the Foxhunter in March. PENMORE MILL could also be heading there if continuing to progress but there are easier introductions for Novice Chasers. They look the two to have on side at the weights, with the latter providing the value.
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The British Hunter Chase season begins in style on Sunday with eleven declared for the CGA Foxhunter Trial Open Hunter’s Chase (2m 7½f) at Kelso. The going is currently heavy but the threat of overnight frost has meant the card is subject to an 8am inspection.
Cottage Oak is the only runner to benefit from a recent outing and has a perfect record since joining Joe O’Shea. Two from two in Points of late, he proved his effectiveness in similar ground at Chaddesley last time out when winning in a time one second quicker than the Ladies Open despite carrying 21lbs more and never coming off the bridle. Both his wins this season have been going left-handed and any question marks of his ability to handle large fields (two chase wins have come against 3 and 5 rivals respectively) have been answered. The capable Paddy Gerety (yet to ride a winner under rules; he, Tom Ellis (Penmore Mill) and Ryan Hatch (Benefit Night), have never previously ridden at Kelso) has kept the ten-year-old more prominent than when recently seen under rules which appears to have rekindled enthusiasm. His two recent wins between the flags were arguably against stronger opposition than any of the Points/Hunter Chases won by the rest of this field and he sets the standard.
The lightly-raced Pointer Penmore Mill makes his eagerly anticipated debut over regulation fences in a race that will ultimately shape his itinerary for the season. The eight-year-old has gone through the grades between the flags, winning 5 from 6. His sole defeat came against Doctor Kingsley in a very fast time at Guilsborough – no disgrace given that animal has since completed a seven-timer including the Intermediate Final at Cheltenham. The eight-year-old has an impressive cruising speed and the ability to quicken. He should be spot on to perform straight away from a break, proving his capabilities when dead-heating (looked to have got up) with Keppols Hill (now rated 136) on his first start last season in an Intermediate at Buckfastleigh (which has since produced several subsequent winners). He looked smart when taking his Confined at Mollington in May (soft) but is a horse who could make a real impact in Hunter Chases if his jumping, which has not always looked the most fluent, proves adequate.
Penmore Mill – Progressive (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
13-year-old Benefit Night is difficult to assess. Front-running tactics saw him land the 2011 Leinster National with ease before running a blinder behind Triggerman off 126 at Cheltenham, for which he was raised 7lbs. Reported by his former trainer to need a left-handed track, he’s not been seen for 640 days but retention of the ability he showed two years ago would certainly see him in the shake up. He has won on heavy in his youth and it is interesting connections have him entered for Newbury on Wednesday.
Another ex-Irish recruit is Granaruid, last seen pulling up in a Clonmel Handicap Hurdle in September. He is unproven in a over this far and has to concede weight to most of his rivals. Having only managed to win once from 28 starts, his first start for Alison Hamilton looks one to watch.
Special Portrait is a model of consistency and finished off last season with a four-timer after scoring over 4m1f at Cheltenham. A tough, genuine grey who relishes a test of stamina, the nine-year-old will thrive in conditions but would ideally appreciate further. Rider Will Kinsey is 5 from 7 on him but with effectively outright top weight (after claims) of 12st 3lbs here, a career best is needed to extend his sequence. The fact that his official rating of 109 has not be altered in his recent purple patch tells a story in itself.
Sacred Mountain was a well held 4th behind by Special Portrait (2nd) on his penultimate start (Kelso) in this sphere and despite running Doc Row within a length back here last February, there is no obvious reason why the form should be reversed, even in receipt of 8lbs. Nevertheless, he’ll stay the trip, goes well fresh and will be of each-way interest to some given that connections have opted for this race over the preceding 0-95 Handicap Chase.
Special Portrait – Consistent (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
4 of Tartan Snow‘s 5 careers wins have come at this venue, the most recent being when given rider Jamie Hamilton an initial rules success in an Amateur Rider’s Handicap Chase off 118 (his highest winning mark) over 2m6½f in February. Nothing has advertised the form since and he is unproven to stay this far in the conditions. It would be a minor surprise if he proved good enough first time out under a double penalty.
Supreme Plan has not been seen since scoring on Hunter Chase debut at Catterick in March under trainer Ed Cameron. Although in a race confined to horses who had never won under rules, he asserted nicely before idling close home. Richard Smith takes over the reigns of a horse who has conditions to suit but faces a sharp rise in class.
The inclusion of blinkers helped Cherry’s Bay get off the mark in Points at the 13th time of asking (Hexham, soft) but this is a steep rules introduction. Maiden Pointer Coole Murphy failed to make the frame in two weaker Hunter Chases here last year while Waterski has a hopeless task.
Much will be gleaned from this contest and decent cases can be made for a few. Special Portrait is dependable and it is difficult seeing him out of the frame but he needs to improve further to take this. Benefit Night, who should set the pace, and is a fascinating contender and a bold showing is possible if fit. The solid option is the race-fit Cottage Oak, who is being prepared for a crack at the Foxhunter in March. PENMORE MILL could also be heading there if continuing to progress but there are easier introductions for Novice Chasers. They look the two to have on side at the weights, with the latter providing the value.
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The British Hunter Chase season begins in style on Sunday with eleven declared for the CGA Foxhunter Trial Open Hunter’s Chase (2m 7½f) at Kelso. The going is currently heavy but the threat of overnight frost has meant the card is subject to an 8am inspection.
Cottage Oak is the only runner to benefit from a recent outing and has a perfect record since joining Joe O’Shea. Two from two in Points of late, he proved his effectiveness in similar ground at Chaddesley last time out when winning in a time one second quicker than the Ladies Open despite carrying 21lbs more and never coming off the bridle. Both his wins this season have been going left-handed and any question marks of his ability to handle large fields (two chase wins have come against 3 and 5 rivals respectively) have been answered. The capable Paddy Gerety (yet to ride a winner under rules; he, Tom Ellis (Penmore Mill) and Ryan Hatch (Benefit Night), have never previously ridden at Kelso) has kept the ten-year-old more prominent than when recently seen under rules which appears to have rekindled enthusiasm. His two recent wins between the flags were arguably against stronger opposition than any of the Points/Hunter Chases won by the rest of this field and he sets the standard.
The lightly-raced Pointer Penmore Mill makes his eagerly anticipated debut over regulation fences in a race that will ultimately shape his itinerary for the season. The eight-year-old has gone through the grades between the flags, winning 5 from 6. His sole defeat came against Doctor Kingsley in a very fast time at Guilsborough – no disgrace given that animal has since completed a seven-timer including the Intermediate Final at Cheltenham. The eight-year-old has an impressive cruising speed and the ability to quicken. He should be spot on to perform straight away from a break, proving his capabilities when dead-heating (looked to have got up) with Keppols Hill (now rated 136) on his first start last season in an Intermediate at Buckfastleigh (which has since produced several subsequent winners). He looked smart when taking his Confined at Mollington in May (soft) but is a horse who could make a real impact in Hunter Chases if his jumping, which has not always looked the most fluent, proves adequate.
Penmore Mill – Progressive (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
13-year-old Benefit Night is difficult to assess. Front-running tactics saw him land the 2011 Leinster National with ease before running a blinder behind Triggerman off 126 at Cheltenham, for which he was raised 7lbs. Reported by his former trainer to need a left-handed track, he’s not been seen for 640 days but retention of the ability he showed two years ago would certainly see him in the shake up. He has won on heavy in his youth and it is interesting connections have him entered for Newbury on Wednesday.
Another ex-Irish recruit is Granaruid, last seen pulling up in a Clonmel Handicap Hurdle in September. He is unproven in a over this far and has to concede weight to most of his rivals. Having only managed to win once from 28 starts, his first start for Alison Hamilton looks one to watch.
Special Portrait is a model of consistency and finished off last season with a four-timer after scoring over 4m1f at Cheltenham. A tough, genuine grey who relishes a test of stamina, the nine-year-old will thrive in conditions but would ideally appreciate further. Rider Will Kinsey is 5 from 7 on him but with effectively outright top weight (after claims) of 12st 3lbs here, a career best is needed to extend his sequence. The fact that his official rating of 109 has not be altered in his recent purple patch tells a story in itself.
Sacred Mountain was a well held 4th behind by Special Portrait (2nd) on his penultimate start (Kelso) in this sphere and despite running Doc Row within a length back here last February, there is no obvious reason why the form should be reversed, even in receipt of 8lbs. Nevertheless, he’ll stay the trip, goes well fresh and will be of each-way interest to some given that connections have opted for this race over the preceding 0-95 Handicap Chase.
Special Portrait – Consistent (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
4 of Tartan Snow‘s 5 careers wins have come at this venue, the most recent being when given rider Jamie Hamilton an initial rules success in an Amateur Rider’s Handicap Chase off 118 (his highest winning mark) over 2m6½f in February. Nothing has advertised the form since and he is unproven to stay this far in the conditions. It would be a minor surprise if he proved good enough first time out under a double penalty.
Supreme Plan has not been seen since scoring on Hunter Chase debut at Catterick in March under trainer Ed Cameron. Although in a race confined to horses who had never won under rules, he asserted nicely before idling close home. Richard Smith takes over the reigns of a horse who has conditions to suit but faces a sharp rise in class.
The inclusion of blinkers helped Cherry’s Bay get off the mark in Points at the 13th time of asking (Hexham, soft) but this is a steep rules introduction. Maiden Pointer Coole Murphy failed to make the frame in two weaker Hunter Chases here last year while Waterski has a hopeless task.
Much will be gleaned from this contest and decent cases can be made for a few. Special Portrait is dependable and it is difficult seeing him out of the frame but he needs to improve further to take this. Benefit Night, who should set the pace, and is a fascinating contender and a bold showing is possible if fit. The solid option is the race-fit Cottage Oak, who is being prepared for a crack at the Foxhunter in March. PENMORE MILL could also be heading there if continuing to progress but there are easier introductions for Novice Chasers. They look the two to have on side at the weights, with the latter providing the value.
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Written by Andrew Norman | Saturday, January 12, 2013 | Previews
Cottage Oak – In Form (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
The British Hunter Chase season begins in style on Sunday with eleven declared for the CGA Foxhunter Trial Open Hunter’s Chase (2m 7½f) at Kelso. The going is currently heavy but the threat of overnight frost has meant the card is subject to an 8am inspection.
Cottage Oak is the only runner to benefit from a recent outing and has a perfect record since joining Joe O’Shea. Two from two in Points of late, he proved his effectiveness in similar ground at Chaddesley last time out when winning in a time one second quicker than the Ladies Open despite carrying 21lbs more and never coming off the bridle. Both his wins this season have been going left-handed and any question marks of his ability to handle large fields (two chase wins have come against 3 and 5 rivals respectively) have been answered. The capable Paddy Gerety (yet to ride a winner under rules; he, Tom Ellis (Penmore Mill) and Ryan Hatch (Benefit Night), have never previously ridden at Kelso) has kept the ten-year-old more prominent than when recently seen under rules which appears to have rekindled enthusiasm. His two recent wins between the flags were arguably against stronger opposition than any of the Points/Hunter Chases won by the rest of this field and he sets the standard.
The lightly-raced Pointer Penmore Mill makes his eagerly anticipated debut over regulation fences in a race that will ultimately shape his itinerary for the season. The eight-year-old has gone through the grades between the flags, winning 5 from 6. His sole defeat came against Doctor Kingsley in a very fast time at Guilsborough – no disgrace given that animal has since completed a seven-timer including the Intermediate Final at Cheltenham. The eight-year-old has an impressive cruising speed and the ability to quicken. He should be spot on to perform straight away from a break, proving his capabilities when dead-heating (looked to have got up) with Keppols Hill (now rated 136) on his first start last season in an Intermediate at Buckfastleigh (which has since produced several subsequent winners). He looked smart when taking his Confined at Mollington in May (soft) but is a horse who could make a real impact in Hunter Chases if his jumping, which has not always looked the most fluent, proves adequate.
Penmore Mill – Progressive (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
13-year-old Benefit Night is difficult to assess. Front-running tactics saw him land the 2011 Leinster National with ease before running a blinder behind Triggerman off 126 at Cheltenham, for which he was raised 7lbs. Reported by his former trainer to need a left-handed track, he’s not been seen for 640 days but retention of the ability he showed two years ago would certainly see him in the shake up. He has won on heavy in his youth and it is interesting connections have him entered for Newbury on Wednesday.
Another ex-Irish recruit is Granaruid, last seen pulling up in a Clonmel Handicap Hurdle in September. He is unproven in a over this far and has to concede weight to most of his rivals. Having only managed to win once from 28 starts, his first start for Alison Hamilton looks one to watch.
Special Portrait is a model of consistency and finished off last season with a four-timer after scoring over 4m1f at Cheltenham. A tough, genuine grey who relishes a test of stamina, the nine-year-old will thrive in conditions but would ideally appreciate further. Rider Will Kinsey is 5 from 7 on him but with effectively outright top weight (after claims) of 12st 3lbs here, a career best is needed to extend his sequence. The fact that his official rating of 109 has not be altered in his recent purple patch tells a story in itself.
Sacred Mountain was a well held 4th behind by Special Portrait (2nd) on his penultimate start (Kelso) in this sphere and despite running Doc Row within a length back here last February, there is no obvious reason why the form should be reversed, even in receipt of 8lbs. Nevertheless, he’ll stay the trip, goes well fresh and will be of each-way interest to some given that connections have opted for this race over the preceding 0-95 Handicap Chase.
Special Portrait – Consistent (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
4 of Tartan Snow‘s 5 careers wins have come at this venue, the most recent being when given rider Jamie Hamilton an initial rules success in an Amateur Rider’s Handicap Chase off 118 (his highest winning mark) over 2m6½f in February. Nothing has advertised the form since and he is unproven to stay this far in the conditions. It would be a minor surprise if he proved good enough first time out under a double penalty.
Supreme Plan has not been seen since scoring on Hunter Chase debut at Catterick in March under trainer Ed Cameron. Although in a race confined to horses who had never won under rules, he asserted nicely before idling close home. Richard Smith takes over the reigns of a horse who has conditions to suit but faces a sharp rise in class.
The inclusion of blinkers helped Cherry’s Bay get off the mark in Points at the 13th time of asking (Hexham, soft) but this is a steep rules introduction. Maiden Pointer Coole Murphy failed to make the frame in two weaker Hunter Chases here last year while Waterski has a hopeless task.
Much will be gleaned from this contest and decent cases can be made for a few. Special Portrait is dependable and it is difficult seeing him out of the frame but he needs to improve further to take this. Benefit Night, who should set the pace, and is a fascinating contender and a bold showing is possible if fit. The solid option is the race-fit Cottage Oak, who is being prepared for a crack at the Foxhunter in March. PENMORE MILL could also be heading there if continuing to progress but there are easier introductions for Novice Chasers. They look the two to have on side at the weights, with the latter providing the value
Cottage Oak is the only runner to benefit from a recent outing and has a perfect record since joining Joe O’Shea. Two from two in Points of late, he proved his effectiveness in similar ground at Chaddesley last time out when winning in a time one second quicker than the Ladies Open despite carrying 21lbs more and never coming off the bridle. Both his wins this season have been going left-handed and any question marks of his ability to handle large fields (two chase wins have come against 3 and 5 rivals respectively) have been answered. The capable Paddy Gerety (yet to ride a winner under rules; he, Tom Ellis (Penmore Mill) and Ryan Hatch (Benefit Night), have never previously ridden at Kelso) has kept the ten-year-old more prominent than when recently seen under rules which appears to have rekindled enthusiasm. His two recent wins between the flags were arguably against stronger opposition than any of the Points/Hunter Chases won by the rest of this field and he sets the standard.
The lightly-raced Pointer Penmore Mill makes his eagerly anticipated debut over regulation fences in a race that will ultimately shape his itinerary for the season. The eight-year-old has gone through the grades between the flags, winning 5 from 6. His sole defeat came against Doctor Kingsley in a very fast time at Guilsborough – no disgrace given that animal has since completed a seven-timer including the Intermediate Final at Cheltenham. The eight-year-old has an impressive cruising speed and the ability to quicken. He should be spot on to perform straight away from a break, proving his capabilities when dead-heating (looked to have got up) with Keppols Hill (now rated 136) on his first start last season in an Intermediate at Buckfastleigh (which has since produced several subsequent winners). He looked smart when taking his Confined at Mollington in May (soft) but is a horse who could make a real impact in Hunter Chases if his jumping, which has not always looked the most fluent, proves adequate.
Penmore Mill – Progressive (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
13-year-old Benefit Night is difficult to assess. Front-running tactics saw him land the 2011 Leinster National with ease before running a blinder behind Triggerman off 126 at Cheltenham, for which he was raised 7lbs. Reported by his former trainer to need a left-handed track, he’s not been seen for 640 days but retention of the ability he showed two years ago would certainly see him in the shake up. He has won on heavy in his youth and it is interesting connections have him entered for Newbury on Wednesday.
Another ex-Irish recruit is Granaruid, last seen pulling up in a Clonmel Handicap Hurdle in September. He is unproven in a over this far and has to concede weight to most of his rivals. Having only managed to win once from 28 starts, his first start for Alison Hamilton looks one to watch.
Special Portrait is a model of consistency and finished off last season with a four-timer after scoring over 4m1f at Cheltenham. A tough, genuine grey who relishes a test of stamina, the nine-year-old will thrive in conditions but would ideally appreciate further. Rider Will Kinsey is 5 from 7 on him but with effectively outright top weight (after claims) of 12st 3lbs here, a career best is needed to extend his sequence. The fact that his official rating of 109 has not be altered in his recent purple patch tells a story in itself.
Sacred Mountain was a well held 4th behind by Special Portrait (2nd) on his penultimate start (Kelso) in this sphere and despite running Doc Row within a length back here last February, there is no obvious reason why the form should be reversed, even in receipt of 8lbs. Nevertheless, he’ll stay the trip, goes well fresh and will be of each-way interest to some given that connections have opted for this race over the preceding 0-95 Handicap Chase.
Special Portrait – Consistent (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
4 of Tartan Snow‘s 5 careers wins have come at this venue, the most recent being when given rider Jamie Hamilton an initial rules success in an Amateur Rider’s Handicap Chase off 118 (his highest winning mark) over 2m6½f in February. Nothing has advertised the form since and he is unproven to stay this far in the conditions. It would be a minor surprise if he proved good enough first time out under a double penalty.
Supreme Plan has not been seen since scoring on Hunter Chase debut at Catterick in March under trainer Ed Cameron. Although in a race confined to horses who had never won under rules, he asserted nicely before idling close home. Richard Smith takes over the reigns of a horse who has conditions to suit but faces a sharp rise in class.
The inclusion of blinkers helped Cherry’s Bay get off the mark in Points at the 13th time of asking (Hexham, soft) but this is a steep rules introduction. Maiden Pointer Coole Murphy failed to make the frame in two weaker Hunter Chases here last year while Waterski has a hopeless task.
Much will be gleaned from this contest and decent cases can be made for a few. Special Portrait is dependable and it is difficult seeing him out of the frame but he needs to improve further to take this. Benefit Night, who should set the pace, and is a fascinating contender and a bold showing is possible if fit. The solid option is the race-fit Cottage Oak, who is being prepared for a crack at the Foxhunter in March. PENMORE MILL could also be heading there if continuing to progress but there are easier introductions for Novice Chasers. They look the two to have on side at the weights, with the latter providing the value.
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The British Hunter Chase season begins in style on Sunday with eleven declared for the CGA Foxhunter Trial Open Hunter’s Chase (2m 7½f) at Kelso. The going is currently heavy but the threat of overnight frost has meant the card is subject to an 8am inspection.
Cottage Oak is the only runner to benefit from a recent outing and has a perfect record since joining Joe O’Shea. Two from two in Points of late, he proved his effectiveness in similar ground at Chaddesley last time out when winning in a time one second quicker than the Ladies Open despite carrying 21lbs more and never coming off the bridle. Both his wins this season have been going left-handed and any question marks of his ability to handle large fields (two chase wins have come against 3 and 5 rivals respectively) have been answered. The capable Paddy Gerety (yet to ride a winner under rules; he, Tom Ellis (Penmore Mill) and Ryan Hatch (Benefit Night), have never previously ridden at Kelso) has kept the ten-year-old more prominent than when recently seen under rules which appears to have rekindled enthusiasm. His two recent wins between the flags were arguably against stronger opposition than any of the Points/Hunter Chases won by the rest of this field and he sets the standard.
The lightly-raced Pointer Penmore Mill makes his eagerly anticipated debut over regulation fences in a race that will ultimately shape his itinerary for the season. The eight-year-old has gone through the grades between the flags, winning 5 from 6. His sole defeat came against Doctor Kingsley in a very fast time at Guilsborough – no disgrace given that animal has since completed a seven-timer including the Intermediate Final at Cheltenham. The eight-year-old has an impressive cruising speed and the ability to quicken. He should be spot on to perform straight away from a break, proving his capabilities when dead-heating (looked to have got up) with Keppols Hill (now rated 136) on his first start last season in an Intermediate at Buckfastleigh (which has since produced several subsequent winners). He looked smart when taking his Confined at Mollington in May (soft) but is a horse who could make a real impact in Hunter Chases if his jumping, which has not always looked the most fluent, proves adequate.
Penmore Mill – Progressive (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
13-year-old Benefit Night is difficult to assess. Front-running tactics saw him land the 2011 Leinster National with ease before running a blinder behind Triggerman off 126 at Cheltenham, for which he was raised 7lbs. Reported by his former trainer to need a left-handed track, he’s not been seen for 640 days but retention of the ability he showed two years ago would certainly see him in the shake up. He has won on heavy in his youth and it is interesting connections have him entered for Newbury on Wednesday.
Another ex-Irish recruit is Granaruid, last seen pulling up in a Clonmel Handicap Hurdle in September. He is unproven in a over this far and has to concede weight to most of his rivals. Having only managed to win once from 28 starts, his first start for Alison Hamilton looks one to watch.
Special Portrait is a model of consistency and finished off last season with a four-timer after scoring over 4m1f at Cheltenham. A tough, genuine grey who relishes a test of stamina, the nine-year-old will thrive in conditions but would ideally appreciate further. Rider Will Kinsey is 5 from 7 on him but with effectively outright top weight (after claims) of 12st 3lbs here, a career best is needed to extend his sequence. The fact that his official rating of 109 has not be altered in his recent purple patch tells a story in itself.
Sacred Mountain was a well held 4th behind by Special Portrait (2nd) on his penultimate start (Kelso) in this sphere and despite running Doc Row within a length back here last February, there is no obvious reason why the form should be reversed, even in receipt of 8lbs. Nevertheless, he’ll stay the trip, goes well fresh and will be of each-way interest to some given that connections have opted for this race over the preceding 0-95 Handicap Chase.
Special Portrait – Consistent (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
4 of Tartan Snow‘s 5 careers wins have come at this venue, the most recent being when given rider Jamie Hamilton an initial rules success in an Amateur Rider’s Handicap Chase off 118 (his highest winning mark) over 2m6½f in February. Nothing has advertised the form since and he is unproven to stay this far in the conditions. It would be a minor surprise if he proved good enough first time out under a double penalty.
Supreme Plan has not been seen since scoring on Hunter Chase debut at Catterick in March under trainer Ed Cameron. Although in a race confined to horses who had never won under rules, he asserted nicely before idling close home. Richard Smith takes over the reigns of a horse who has conditions to suit but faces a sharp rise in class.
The inclusion of blinkers helped Cherry’s Bay get off the mark in Points at the 13th time of asking (Hexham, soft) but this is a steep rules introduction. Maiden Pointer Coole Murphy failed to make the frame in two weaker Hunter Chases here last year while Waterski has a hopeless task.
Much will be gleaned from this contest and decent cases can be made for a few. Special Portrait is dependable and it is difficult seeing him out of the frame but he needs to improve further to take this. Benefit Night, who should set the pace, and is a fascinating contender and a bold showing is possible if fit. The solid option is the race-fit Cottage Oak, who is being prepared for a crack at the Foxhunter in March. PENMORE MILL could also be heading there if continuing to progress but there are easier introductions for Novice Chasers. They look the two to have on side at the weights, with the latter providing the value.
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The British Hunter Chase season begins in style on Sunday with eleven declared for the CGA Foxhunter Trial Open Hunter’s Chase (2m 7½f) at Kelso. The going is currently heavy but the threat of overnight frost has meant the card is subject to an 8am inspection.
Cottage Oak is the only runner to benefit from a recent outing and has a perfect record since joining Joe O’Shea. Two from two in Points of late, he proved his effectiveness in similar ground at Chaddesley last time out when winning in a time one second quicker than the Ladies Open despite carrying 21lbs more and never coming off the bridle. Both his wins this season have been going left-handed and any question marks of his ability to handle large fields (two chase wins have come against 3 and 5 rivals respectively) have been answered. The capable Paddy Gerety (yet to ride a winner under rules; he, Tom Ellis (Penmore Mill) and Ryan Hatch (Benefit Night), have never previously ridden at Kelso) has kept the ten-year-old more prominent than when recently seen under rules which appears to have rekindled enthusiasm. His two recent wins between the flags were arguably against stronger opposition than any of the Points/Hunter Chases won by the rest of this field and he sets the standard.
The lightly-raced Pointer Penmore Mill makes his eagerly anticipated debut over regulation fences in a race that will ultimately shape his itinerary for the season. The eight-year-old has gone through the grades between the flags, winning 5 from 6. His sole defeat came against Doctor Kingsley in a very fast time at Guilsborough – no disgrace given that animal has since completed a seven-timer including the Intermediate Final at Cheltenham. The eight-year-old has an impressive cruising speed and the ability to quicken. He should be spot on to perform straight away from a break, proving his capabilities when dead-heating (looked to have got up) with Keppols Hill (now rated 136) on his first start last season in an Intermediate at Buckfastleigh (which has since produced several subsequent winners). He looked smart when taking his Confined at Mollington in May (soft) but is a horse who could make a real impact in Hunter Chases if his jumping, which has not always looked the most fluent, proves adequate.
Penmore Mill – Progressive (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
13-year-old Benefit Night is difficult to assess. Front-running tactics saw him land the 2011 Leinster National with ease before running a blinder behind Triggerman off 126 at Cheltenham, for which he was raised 7lbs. Reported by his former trainer to need a left-handed track, he’s not been seen for 640 days but retention of the ability he showed two years ago would certainly see him in the shake up. He has won on heavy in his youth and it is interesting connections have him entered for Newbury on Wednesday.
Another ex-Irish recruit is Granaruid, last seen pulling up in a Clonmel Handicap Hurdle in September. He is unproven in a over this far and has to concede weight to most of his rivals. Having only managed to win once from 28 starts, his first start for Alison Hamilton looks one to watch.
Special Portrait is a model of consistency and finished off last season with a four-timer after scoring over 4m1f at Cheltenham. A tough, genuine grey who relishes a test of stamina, the nine-year-old will thrive in conditions but would ideally appreciate further. Rider Will Kinsey is 5 from 7 on him but with effectively outright top weight (after claims) of 12st 3lbs here, a career best is needed to extend his sequence. The fact that his official rating of 109 has not be altered in his recent purple patch tells a story in itself.
Sacred Mountain was a well held 4th behind by Special Portrait (2nd) on his penultimate start (Kelso) in this sphere and despite running Doc Row within a length back here last February, there is no obvious reason why the form should be reversed, even in receipt of 8lbs. Nevertheless, he’ll stay the trip, goes well fresh and will be of each-way interest to some given that connections have opted for this race over the preceding 0-95 Handicap Chase.
Special Portrait – Consistent (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
4 of Tartan Snow‘s 5 careers wins have come at this venue, the most recent being when given rider Jamie Hamilton an initial rules success in an Amateur Rider’s Handicap Chase off 118 (his highest winning mark) over 2m6½f in February. Nothing has advertised the form since and he is unproven to stay this far in the conditions. It would be a minor surprise if he proved good enough first time out under a double penalty.
Supreme Plan has not been seen since scoring on Hunter Chase debut at Catterick in March under trainer Ed Cameron. Although in a race confined to horses who had never won under rules, he asserted nicely before idling close home. Richard Smith takes over the reigns of a horse who has conditions to suit but faces a sharp rise in class.
The inclusion of blinkers helped Cherry’s Bay get off the mark in Points at the 13th time of asking (Hexham, soft) but this is a steep rules introduction. Maiden Pointer Coole Murphy failed to make the frame in two weaker Hunter Chases here last year while Waterski has a hopeless task.
Much will be gleaned from this contest and decent cases can be made for a few. Special Portrait is dependable and it is difficult seeing him out of the frame but he needs to improve further to take this. Benefit Night, who should set the pace, and is a fascinating contender and a bold showing is possible if fit. The solid option is the race-fit Cottage Oak, who is being prepared for a crack at the Foxhunter in March. PENMORE MILL could also be heading there if continuing to progress but there are easier introductions for Novice Chasers. They look the two to have on side at the weights, with the latter providing the value.
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The British Hunter Chase season begins in style on Sunday with eleven declared for the CGA Foxhunter Trial Open Hunter’s Chase (2m 7½f) at Kelso. The going is currently heavy but the threat of overnight frost has meant the card is subject to an 8am inspection.
Cottage Oak is the only runner to benefit from a recent outing and has a perfect record since joining Joe O’Shea. Two from two in Points of late, he proved his effectiveness in similar ground at Chaddesley last time out when winning in a time one second quicker than the Ladies Open despite carrying 21lbs more and never coming off the bridle. Both his wins this season have been going left-handed and any question marks of his ability to handle large fields (two chase wins have come against 3 and 5 rivals respectively) have been answered. The capable Paddy Gerety (yet to ride a winner under rules; he, Tom Ellis (Penmore Mill) and Ryan Hatch (Benefit Night), have never previously ridden at Kelso) has kept the ten-year-old more prominent than when recently seen under rules which appears to have rekindled enthusiasm. His two recent wins between the flags were arguably against stronger opposition than any of the Points/Hunter Chases won by the rest of this field and he sets the standard.
The lightly-raced Pointer Penmore Mill makes his eagerly anticipated debut over regulation fences in a race that will ultimately shape his itinerary for the season. The eight-year-old has gone through the grades between the flags, winning 5 from 6. His sole defeat came against Doctor Kingsley in a very fast time at Guilsborough – no disgrace given that animal has since completed a seven-timer including the Intermediate Final at Cheltenham. The eight-year-old has an impressive cruising speed and the ability to quicken. He should be spot on to perform straight away from a break, proving his capabilities when dead-heating (looked to have got up) with Keppols Hill (now rated 136) on his first start last season in an Intermediate at Buckfastleigh (which has since produced several subsequent winners). He looked smart when taking his Confined at Mollington in May (soft) but is a horse who could make a real impact in Hunter Chases if his jumping, which has not always looked the most fluent, proves adequate.
Penmore Mill – Progressive (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
13-year-old Benefit Night is difficult to assess. Front-running tactics saw him land the 2011 Leinster National with ease before running a blinder behind Triggerman off 126 at Cheltenham, for which he was raised 7lbs. Reported by his former trainer to need a left-handed track, he’s not been seen for 640 days but retention of the ability he showed two years ago would certainly see him in the shake up. He has won on heavy in his youth and it is interesting connections have him entered for Newbury on Wednesday.
Another ex-Irish recruit is Granaruid, last seen pulling up in a Clonmel Handicap Hurdle in September. He is unproven in a over this far and has to concede weight to most of his rivals. Having only managed to win once from 28 starts, his first start for Alison Hamilton looks one to watch.
Special Portrait is a model of consistency and finished off last season with a four-timer after scoring over 4m1f at Cheltenham. A tough, genuine grey who relishes a test of stamina, the nine-year-old will thrive in conditions but would ideally appreciate further. Rider Will Kinsey is 5 from 7 on him but with effectively outright top weight (after claims) of 12st 3lbs here, a career best is needed to extend his sequence. The fact that his official rating of 109 has not be altered in his recent purple patch tells a story in itself.
Sacred Mountain was a well held 4th behind by Special Portrait (2nd) on his penultimate start (Kelso) in this sphere and despite running Doc Row within a length back here last February, there is no obvious reason why the form should be reversed, even in receipt of 8lbs. Nevertheless, he’ll stay the trip, goes well fresh and will be of each-way interest to some given that connections have opted for this race over the preceding 0-95 Handicap Chase.
Special Portrait – Consistent (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
4 of Tartan Snow‘s 5 careers wins have come at this venue, the most recent being when given rider Jamie Hamilton an initial rules success in an Amateur Rider’s Handicap Chase off 118 (his highest winning mark) over 2m6½f in February. Nothing has advertised the form since and he is unproven to stay this far in the conditions. It would be a minor surprise if he proved good enough first time out under a double penalty.
Supreme Plan has not been seen since scoring on Hunter Chase debut at Catterick in March under trainer Ed Cameron. Although in a race confined to horses who had never won under rules, he asserted nicely before idling close home. Richard Smith takes over the reigns of a horse who has conditions to suit but faces a sharp rise in class.
The inclusion of blinkers helped Cherry’s Bay get off the mark in Points at the 13th time of asking (Hexham, soft) but this is a steep rules introduction. Maiden Pointer Coole Murphy failed to make the frame in two weaker Hunter Chases here last year while Waterski has a hopeless task.
Much will be gleaned from this contest and decent cases can be made for a few. Special Portrait is dependable and it is difficult seeing him out of the frame but he needs to improve further to take this. Benefit Night, who should set the pace, and is a fascinating contender and a bold showing is possible if fit. The solid option is the race-fit Cottage Oak, who is being prepared for a crack at the Foxhunter in March. PENMORE MILL could also be heading there if continuing to progress but there are easier introductions for Novice Chasers. They look the two to have on side at the weights, with the latter providing the value.
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The British Hunter Chase season begins in style on Sunday with eleven declared for the CGA Foxhunter Trial Open Hunter’s Chase (2m 7½f) at Kelso. The going is currently heavy but the threat of overnight frost has meant the card is subject to an 8am inspection.
Cottage Oak is the only runner to benefit from a recent outing and has a perfect record since joining Joe O’Shea. Two from two in Points of late, he proved his effectiveness in similar ground at Chaddesley last time out when winning in a time one second quicker than the Ladies Open despite carrying 21lbs more and never coming off the bridle. Both his wins this season have been going left-handed and any question marks of his ability to handle large fields (two chase wins have come against 3 and 5 rivals respectively) have been answered. The capable Paddy Gerety (yet to ride a winner under rules; he, Tom Ellis (Penmore Mill) and Ryan Hatch (Benefit Night), have never previously ridden at Kelso) has kept the ten-year-old more prominent than when recently seen under rules which appears to have rekindled enthusiasm. His two recent wins between the flags were arguably against stronger opposition than any of the Points/Hunter Chases won by the rest of this field and he sets the standard.
The lightly-raced Pointer Penmore Mill makes his eagerly anticipated debut over regulation fences in a race that will ultimately shape his itinerary for the season. The eight-year-old has gone through the grades between the flags, winning 5 from 6. His sole defeat came against Doctor Kingsley in a very fast time at Guilsborough – no disgrace given that animal has since completed a seven-timer including the Intermediate Final at Cheltenham. The eight-year-old has an impressive cruising speed and the ability to quicken. He should be spot on to perform straight away from a break, proving his capabilities when dead-heating (looked to have got up) with Keppols Hill (now rated 136) on his first start last season in an Intermediate at Buckfastleigh (which has since produced several subsequent winners). He looked smart when taking his Confined at Mollington in May (soft) but is a horse who could make a real impact in Hunter Chases if his jumping, which has not always looked the most fluent, proves adequate.
Penmore Mill – Progressive (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
13-year-old Benefit Night is difficult to assess. Front-running tactics saw him land the 2011 Leinster National with ease before running a blinder behind Triggerman off 126 at Cheltenham, for which he was raised 7lbs. Reported by his former trainer to need a left-handed track, he’s not been seen for 640 days but retention of the ability he showed two years ago would certainly see him in the shake up. He has won on heavy in his youth and it is interesting connections have him entered for Newbury on Wednesday.
Another ex-Irish recruit is Granaruid, last seen pulling up in a Clonmel Handicap Hurdle in September. He is unproven in a over this far and has to concede weight to most of his rivals. Having only managed to win once from 28 starts, his first start for Alison Hamilton looks one to watch.
Special Portrait is a model of consistency and finished off last season with a four-timer after scoring over 4m1f at Cheltenham. A tough, genuine grey who relishes a test of stamina, the nine-year-old will thrive in conditions but would ideally appreciate further. Rider Will Kinsey is 5 from 7 on him but with effectively outright top weight (after claims) of 12st 3lbs here, a career best is needed to extend his sequence. The fact that his official rating of 109 has not be altered in his recent purple patch tells a story in itself.
Sacred Mountain was a well held 4th behind by Special Portrait (2nd) on his penultimate start (Kelso) in this sphere and despite running Doc Row within a length back here last February, there is no obvious reason why the form should be reversed, even in receipt of 8lbs. Nevertheless, he’ll stay the trip, goes well fresh and will be of each-way interest to some given that connections have opted for this race over the preceding 0-95 Handicap Chase.
Special Portrait – Consistent (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
4 of Tartan Snow‘s 5 careers wins have come at this venue, the most recent being when given rider Jamie Hamilton an initial rules success in an Amateur Rider’s Handicap Chase off 118 (his highest winning mark) over 2m6½f in February. Nothing has advertised the form since and he is unproven to stay this far in the conditions. It would be a minor surprise if he proved good enough first time out under a double penalty.
Supreme Plan has not been seen since scoring on Hunter Chase debut at Catterick in March under trainer Ed Cameron. Although in a race confined to horses who had never won under rules, he asserted nicely before idling close home. Richard Smith takes over the reigns of a horse who has conditions to suit but faces a sharp rise in class.
The inclusion of blinkers helped Cherry’s Bay get off the mark in Points at the 13th time of asking (Hexham, soft) but this is a steep rules introduction. Maiden Pointer Coole Murphy failed to make the frame in two weaker Hunter Chases here last year while Waterski has a hopeless task.
Much will be gleaned from this contest and decent cases can be made for a few. Special Portrait is dependable and it is difficult seeing him out of the frame but he needs to improve further to take this. Benefit Night, who should set the pace, and is a fascinating contender and a bold showing is possible if fit. The solid option is the race-fit Cottage Oak, who is being prepared for a crack at the Foxhunter in March. PENMORE MILL could also be heading there if continuing to progress but there are easier introductions for Novice Chasers. They look the two to have on side at the weights, with the latter providing the value.
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The British Hunter Chase season begins in style on Sunday with eleven declared for the CGA Foxhunter Trial Open Hunter’s Chase (2m 7½f) at Kelso. The going is currently heavy but the threat of overnight frost has meant the card is subject to an 8am inspection.
Cottage Oak is the only runner to benefit from a recent outing and has a perfect record since joining Joe O’Shea. Two from two in Points of late, he proved his effectiveness in similar ground at Chaddesley last time out when winning in a time one second quicker than the Ladies Open despite carrying 21lbs more and never coming off the bridle. Both his wins this season have been going left-handed and any question marks of his ability to handle large fields (two chase wins have come against 3 and 5 rivals respectively) have been answered. The capable Paddy Gerety (yet to ride a winner under rules; he, Tom Ellis (Penmore Mill) and Ryan Hatch (Benefit Night), have never previously ridden at Kelso) has kept the ten-year-old more prominent than when recently seen under rules which appears to have rekindled enthusiasm. His two recent wins between the flags were arguably against stronger opposition than any of the Points/Hunter Chases won by the rest of this field and he sets the standard.
The lightly-raced Pointer Penmore Mill makes his eagerly anticipated debut over regulation fences in a race that will ultimately shape his itinerary for the season. The eight-year-old has gone through the grades between the flags, winning 5 from 6. His sole defeat came against Doctor Kingsley in a very fast time at Guilsborough – no disgrace given that animal has since completed a seven-timer including the Intermediate Final at Cheltenham. The eight-year-old has an impressive cruising speed and the ability to quicken. He should be spot on to perform straight away from a break, proving his capabilities when dead-heating (looked to have got up) with Keppols Hill (now rated 136) on his first start last season in an Intermediate at Buckfastleigh (which has since produced several subsequent winners). He looked smart when taking his Confined at Mollington in May (soft) but is a horse who could make a real impact in Hunter Chases if his jumping, which has not always looked the most fluent, proves adequate.
Penmore Mill – Progressive (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
13-year-old Benefit Night is difficult to assess. Front-running tactics saw him land the 2011 Leinster National with ease before running a blinder behind Triggerman off 126 at Cheltenham, for which he was raised 7lbs. Reported by his former trainer to need a left-handed track, he’s not been seen for 640 days but retention of the ability he showed two years ago would certainly see him in the shake up. He has won on heavy in his youth and it is interesting connections have him entered for Newbury on Wednesday.
Another ex-Irish recruit is Granaruid, last seen pulling up in a Clonmel Handicap Hurdle in September. He is unproven in a over this far and has to concede weight to most of his rivals. Having only managed to win once from 28 starts, his first start for Alison Hamilton looks one to watch.
Special Portrait is a model of consistency and finished off last season with a four-timer after scoring over 4m1f at Cheltenham. A tough, genuine grey who relishes a test of stamina, the nine-year-old will thrive in conditions but would ideally appreciate further. Rider Will Kinsey is 5 from 7 on him but with effectively outright top weight (after claims) of 12st 3lbs here, a career best is needed to extend his sequence. The fact that his official rating of 109 has not be altered in his recent purple patch tells a story in itself.
Sacred Mountain was a well held 4th behind by Special Portrait (2nd) on his penultimate start (Kelso) in this sphere and despite running Doc Row within a length back here last February, there is no obvious reason why the form should be reversed, even in receipt of 8lbs. Nevertheless, he’ll stay the trip, goes well fresh and will be of each-way interest to some given that connections have opted for this race over the preceding 0-95 Handicap Chase.
Special Portrait – Consistent (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
4 of Tartan Snow‘s 5 careers wins have come at this venue, the most recent being when given rider Jamie Hamilton an initial rules success in an Amateur Rider’s Handicap Chase off 118 (his highest winning mark) over 2m6½f in February. Nothing has advertised the form since and he is unproven to stay this far in the conditions. It would be a minor surprise if he proved good enough first time out under a double penalty.
Supreme Plan has not been seen since scoring on Hunter Chase debut at Catterick in March under trainer Ed Cameron. Although in a race confined to horses who had never won under rules, he asserted nicely before idling close home. Richard Smith takes over the reigns of a horse who has conditions to suit but faces a sharp rise in class.
The inclusion of blinkers helped Cherry’s Bay get off the mark in Points at the 13th time of asking (Hexham, soft) but this is a steep rules introduction. Maiden Pointer Coole Murphy failed to make the frame in two weaker Hunter Chases here last year while Waterski has a hopeless task.
Much will be gleaned from this contest and decent cases can be made for a few. Special Portrait is dependable and it is difficult seeing him out of the frame but he needs to improve further to take this. Benefit Night, who should set the pace, and is a fascinating contender and a bold showing is possible if fit. The solid option is the race-fit Cottage Oak, who is being prepared for a crack at the Foxhunter in March. PENMORE MILL could also be heading there if continuing to progress but there are easier introductions for Novice Chasers. They look the two to have on side at the weights, with the latter providing the value.
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Written by Andrew Norman | Saturday, January 12, 2013 | Previews
Cottage Oak – In Form (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
The British Hunter Chase season begins in style on Sunday with eleven declared for the CGA Foxhunter Trial Open Hunter’s Chase (2m 7½f) at Kelso. The going is currently heavy but the threat of overnight frost has meant the card is subject to an 8am inspection.
Cottage Oak is the only runner to benefit from a recent outing and has a perfect record since joining Joe O’Shea. Two from two in Points of late, he proved his effectiveness in similar ground at Chaddesley last time out when winning in a time one second quicker than the Ladies Open despite carrying 21lbs more and never coming off the bridle. Both his wins this season have been going left-handed and any question marks of his ability to handle large fields (two chase wins have come against 3 and 5 rivals respectively) have been answered. The capable Paddy Gerety (yet to ride a winner under rules; he, Tom Ellis (Penmore Mill) and Ryan Hatch (Benefit Night), have never previously ridden at Kelso) has kept the ten-year-old more prominent than when recently seen under rules which appears to have rekindled enthusiasm. His two recent wins between the flags were arguably against stronger opposition than any of the Points/Hunter Chases won by the rest of this field and he sets the standard.
The lightly-raced Pointer Penmore Mill makes his eagerly anticipated debut over regulation fences in a race that will ultimately shape his itinerary for the season. The eight-year-old has gone through the grades between the flags, winning 5 from 6. His sole defeat came against Doctor Kingsley in a very fast time at Guilsborough – no disgrace given that animal has since completed a seven-timer including the Intermediate Final at Cheltenham. The eight-year-old has an impressive cruising speed and the ability to quicken. He should be spot on to perform straight away from a break, proving his capabilities when dead-heating (looked to have got up) with Keppols Hill (now rated 136) on his first start last season in an Intermediate at Buckfastleigh (which has since produced several subsequent winners). He looked smart when taking his Confined at Mollington in May (soft) but is a horse who could make a real impact in Hunter Chases if his jumping, which has not always looked the most fluent, proves adequate.
Penmore Mill – Progressive (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
13-year-old Benefit Night is difficult to assess. Front-running tactics saw him land the 2011 Leinster National with ease before running a blinder behind Triggerman off 126 at Cheltenham, for which he was raised 7lbs. Reported by his former trainer to need a left-handed track, he’s not been seen for 640 days but retention of the ability he showed two years ago would certainly see him in the shake up. He has won on heavy in his youth and it is interesting connections have him entered for Newbury on Wednesday.
Another ex-Irish recruit is Granaruid, last seen pulling up in a Clonmel Handicap Hurdle in September. He is unproven in a over this far and has to concede weight to most of his rivals. Having only managed to win once from 28 starts, his first start for Alison Hamilton looks one to watch.
Special Portrait is a model of consistency and finished off last season with a four-timer after scoring over 4m1f at Cheltenham. A tough, genuine grey who relishes a test of stamina, the nine-year-old will thrive in conditions but would ideally appreciate further. Rider Will Kinsey is 5 from 7 on him but with effectively outright top weight (after claims) of 12st 3lbs here, a career best is needed to extend his sequence. The fact that his official rating of 109 has not be altered in his recent purple patch tells a story in itself.
Sacred Mountain was a well held 4th behind by Special Portrait (2nd) on his penultimate start (Kelso) in this sphere and despite running Doc Row within a length back here last February, there is no obvious reason why the form should be reversed, even in receipt of 8lbs. Nevertheless, he’ll stay the trip, goes well fresh and will be of each-way interest to some given that connections have opted for this race over the preceding 0-95 Handicap Chase.
Special Portrait – Consistent (racehorsephotos.co.uk)
4 of Tartan Snow‘s 5 careers wins have come at this venue, the most recent being when given rider Jamie Hamilton an initial rules success in an Amateur Rider’s Handicap Chase off 118 (his highest winning mark) over 2m6½f in February. Nothing has advertised the form since and he is unproven to stay this far in the conditions. It would be a minor surprise if he proved good enough first time out under a double penalty.
Supreme Plan has not been seen since scoring on Hunter Chase debut at Catterick in March under trainer Ed Cameron. Although in a race confined to horses who had never won under rules, he asserted nicely before idling close home. Richard Smith takes over the reigns of a horse who has conditions to suit but faces a sharp rise in class.
The inclusion of blinkers helped Cherry’s Bay get off the mark in Points at the 13th time of asking (Hexham, soft) but this is a steep rules introduction. Maiden Pointer Coole Murphy failed to make the frame in two weaker Hunter Chases here last year while Waterski has a hopeless task.
Much will be gleaned from this contest and decent cases can be made for a few. Special Portrait is dependable and it is difficult seeing him out of the frame but he needs to improve further to take this. Benefit Night, who should set the pace, and is a fascinating contender and a bold showing is possible if fit. The solid option is the race-fit Cottage Oak, who is being prepared for a crack at the Foxhunter in March. PENMORE MILL could also be heading there if continuing to progress but there are easier introductions for Novice Chasers. They look the two to have on side at the weights, with the latter providing the value
well doe koi , great dtart, I had the forcast with Penmore Mill aswell (bit unlucky with that though )
YYYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEHHHHAAAAHHHH,Great stuff koi,only another 112 to go 
buz1969 13 Jan 13 15:57
well done koi hope you filled ya boots
well done koi hope you filled ya boots
wd Koi
always well thought out, well written up posts.
Thanks for sharing and well done
always well thought out, well written up posts.
Thanks for sharing and well done
Well done koi. Great start to the HC season and a great price too. Excellent.
Great write up and really enjoyable race to watch especially being on the winner, thanks for sharing with us lesser mortals!
^Realises the 'big hitters' have arrived and is scared!
Good on ya Koi . The reason I asked if you were a regular at P. T. P. meetings was based on my experience of my one and only visit to such a meeting . The going that day included every type of going at different parts of the course . So that would always be at the back of my mind when searching for runners suted by a particular going.
There are a few like that, going through some of the results some will read G/F , soft in the back straight, holding in places lol
Undisputed King of hunter chases.Would follow you blind .
1st time poster..... give it a rest,,,
like I have said before....I put up what I think will win in Hunters,,,REGARDLESS OF PRICE.
Why would I put a horse up at 20/1 ...if it cant win!
I am still waiting for you to put something up..... you make it sound easy..
like I have said before....I put up what I think will win in Hunters,,,REGARDLESS OF PRICE.
Why would I put a horse up at 20/1 ...if it cant win!
I am still waiting for you to put something up..... you make it sound easy..
your in good company today you,post,plus, and my 103 yr old granny who,s been blind for 30 years also put it up,
But you never said anything BEFORE the race...easy afterwards...
looks like I was in the minority on the thread...many went for Penmore Mill and other picks...
just been reading a few of your posts...seems you dont have a good word to say about anything..
next Hunter on Wednesday at Newbury.... will wait & see what you put up before the race.....
looks like I was in the minority on the thread...many went for Penmore Mill and other picks...
just been reading a few of your posts...seems you dont have a good word to say about anything..
next Hunter on Wednesday at Newbury.... will wait & see what you put up before the race.....
why wait i,m going for the 1st and 2nd fav, hope ypu dont follow me in ,pick your own,
Koi... he's making a fool of himself just ignore him, everybody else does
You must be minted...but reading your posts, you seem to be having a bad time....never mind at least your granny gave you a winner today
Hunter chases are all abt who can do it......like 3ml novice chases the 1st 2 in the betting normally dominate & are OFTEN SHORT I picked the wrong 1 .......
Which 1 did you pick 1st T P.......?
Which 1 did you pick 1st T P.......?
Your record speaks for itself koi and that is all that matters. I look forward to your next preview on Tuesday.
save your time it will say the winner should come from the 1st 3 in the betting,with a bit of filler such as connections fancy it to improve this year,better run expected blah,blah,
People come on here to TRY & help........Your knocking the sucessfull ones .........how does that work ???
1st time poster 13 Jan 13 18:40
save your time it will say the winner should come from the 1st 3 in the betting,with a bit of filler such as connections fancy it to improve this year,better run expected blah,blah,
but which one will it be.....you must be backing all 3
...still if thats the only way you can pick them..fair enough...
save your time it will say the winner should come from the 1st 3 in the betting,with a bit of filler such as connections fancy it to improve this year,better run expected blah,blah,
but which one will it be.....you must be backing all 3
...still if thats the only way you can pick them..fair enough...
The best thing for me (didn't have a bet on the race)was to see the Walton horse running something like what we know it is capable of.This horse has loads of potential but everytime they get it right something goes wrong.If they can keep this horse sound he is very usefull.
Great call with Cottage Oak Koi. Snow on the dog in Edinburgh this morning put me off going today and made Musselburgh on Friday a bit more appealing. In retrospect, a good decision for me, as I never saw a winner all day. Hope you had plenty on
WD koi - nice one
No need to explain yourself to anyone imo
No need to explain yourself to anyone imo
'Grimmy' said,
Thanks!
I thought we'd seen the f*cking back of him!
Thanks!
I thought we'd seen the f*cking back of him!
i,m going to give you a chance to make a name for yourself koi,instead of giving us the close up from the post or plus
how about marking our card and giving us a couple to look out for which we might nibble at antepost for the foxhunters ,and to keep you busy any chance of puuting up yesterdays winners from sheriff hutton,i,m not a memeber of wheatherbys pt to pt so cant get the results on their site till later in the week
how about marking our card and giving us a couple to look out for which we might nibble at antepost for the foxhunters ,and to keep you busy any chance of puuting up yesterdays winners from sheriff hutton,i,m not a memeber of wheatherbys pt to pt so cant get the results on their site till later in the week
i,m going to give you a chance to make a name for yourself koi,instead of giving us the close up from the post or plus
what does that mean....all the write ups are my own, going on form & judgement....
As for the foxhunters...I dont bet anything ante-post... how would I give you one when there are a few not qualified yet...
what does that mean....all the write ups are my own, going on form & judgement....
As for the foxhunters...I dont bet anything ante-post... how would I give you one when there are a few not qualified yet...
I had Benefit Night ir on Sunday .... think I had it lto when a galant 2nd to Koi's winner - I'm sure it will win soon ....
Forgot to say well done Koi
Hmmm 1st time poster seems shrewd,do you not realise that kois write ups are on here before many others are published and also,if you check they're nothing like them,koi probably has a better strike rate than any of them.
LOL at 1st timeimposter,read the top of the write up you numpty,snippets like "Now qualified for the Foxhunters,priced up at around 14s". What more do you want from Koi,details of what they had from breakfast?
Ist time
If you want yesterdays results go onto jumping for fun,the discussion forum.They are probably on there.If you want a horse for the Foxhunters not this year,but for 14 or 15 I think we may have seen it yesterday at Sheriff Hutton.The apple of Mr Easterbys eye, won easy enough despite some sketchy jumping.It's coming along nicely & can only get better.
If you want yesterdays results go onto jumping for fun,the discussion forum.They are probably on there.If you want a horse for the Foxhunters not this year,but for 14 or 15 I think we may have seen it yesterday at Sheriff Hutton.The apple of Mr Easterbys eye, won easy enough despite some sketchy jumping.It's coming along nicely & can only get better.
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