TimeformBlog

Newbury's three-day Hennessy meeting kicks off on Thursday and the Grade 2 Worcester Novices' chase looks a real highlight...

Grand Crus is a top-class hurdler who gave every indication he will prove to be just as good over fences when readily seeing off a strong field on chasing bow at Cheltenham recently and ought to follow up here.

Viking Blond is a useful hurdler who has made a smooth transition to fences, following up all the way Chepstow (3m) win with good fourth at Cheltenham last time, but probably playing for minor honours again.

Alfie Spinner is a dual hurdling winner who possesses the size and scope to do even better over fences, making a good start when chasing home Viking Blond at Chepstow last month, but this altogether tougher.

Sonofvic is a point winner who looked the part when winning both starts at up to 2½m over hurdles last season. Open to further progress upped to 3m on chase bow, but meets a formidable rival in Grands Crus.


Timeform 1-2-3:
1. Grand Crus
2. Sonofvic
3. Alfie Spinner

Timeform View: Grand Crus is one of the most exciting chasing recruits seen for years and looks destined to reach the very top in this sphere following his impressive display at Cheltenham recently. Sonofvic could be the one to chase him home.


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