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2025 Novice Chasers

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  • Originally posted by Runragged View Post

    With a 150 RPR first up and a 149 handicap mark then surely handicaps are not in the equation? Was impressive on chase debut and form been franked with the runner up winning a handicap off 1lb lower since. Hopefully they are thinking BANC though personally I would want to see him get a couple or runs under his belt before Cheltenham.

    If you are wondering about handicappers then Resplendent Grey has to be considered. A bit like Transmission, he looks ideally suited to the Kim Muir but may well stick to novice company and the NH Chase. Form reads very well linking Handstands, Hyland and Springwell Bay to suggest he is well handicapped off 143.
    More just a comment really as only had the one run. I'm not sure he'll be Cheltenham grade for the BANC and too high to be of interest in a handicap.

    I've got Resplendent Gray down for the Ultima (put him in the competition for the Ultima). Hoping he runs with promise tomorrow without winning. Not sure I'd want him over the 3m6 and not sure which amateur they'd get for the Kim Muir.

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    • Just watched the Lets Talk Racing video.

      Josh Stacey spoke to Anthony Bromley who said they are keen to go to the festival and no issue stepping Impaire Et Passe up to 3m.

      Also said the Scilly Isles is an option, so may not clash with Ballyburn at the DRF.

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      • Olympic Man declared on Saturday. I know some people were impressed by his run before that bad mistake behind Dancing City last time.

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        • Originally posted by DenmanSacre View Post
          Olympic Man declared on Saturday. I know some people were impressed by his run before that bad mistake behind Dancing City last time.
          yeah I was one, look forward to seeing how he performs

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          • Originally posted by Runragged View Post

            With a 150 RPR first up and a 149 handicap mark then surely handicaps are not in the equation? Was impressive on chase debut and form been franked with the runner up winning a handicap off 1lb lower since. Hopefully they are thinking BANC though personally I would want to see him get a couple or runs under his belt before Cheltenham.

            If you are wondering about handicappers then Resplendent Grey has to be considered. A bit like Transmission, he looks ideally suited to the Kim Muir but may well stick to novice company and the NH Chase. Form reads very well linking Handstands, Hyland and Springwell Bay to suggest he is well handicapped off 143.

            …..I like RG too for NHC, a best price 14-1 ante-post surprised he’s not quoted with Hills NRNB.

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            • Could somebody please tell Harry fry that Gidleigh park looks every inch a staying chaser, bloody ruining that horses career he is

              Clearly got some work to do but as chase debuts go that is up there for this season surely?

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              • Originally posted by AaronLad View Post
                Could somebody please tell Harry fry that Gidleigh park looks every inch a staying chaser, bloody ruining that horses career he is

                Clearly got some work to do but as chase debuts go that is up there for this season surely?
                That looked like a 2m chase for horses that shouldn't be running in 2m chases.

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                • Originally posted by JackieMoon33 View Post

                  That looked like a 2m chase for horses that shouldn't be running in 2m chases.
                  Because it doesn't suit what you think?
                  Because he looks a little funny, when he runs?
                  a bit like Usain bolt i like to think of him.

                  Anyway another payday from Gidleigh park....

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                  • Just saw the result. How has he started off the outsider of the 4. Was he 2nd fav last night?

                    Will have to watch later.

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                    • Originally posted by AaronLad View Post

                      Because it doesn't suit what you think?
                      Because he looks a little funny, when he runs?
                      a bit like Usain bolt i like to think of him.

                      Anyway another payday from Gidleigh park....
                      Do you think he’s got any chance as a 2m chaser Aaron? Long term I mean.

                      I know he’s won today but I’d be gobsmacked if he even placed in an Arkle.

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                      • Originally posted by AaronLad View Post

                        Because it doesn't suit what you think?
                        Because he looks a little funny, when he runs?
                        a bit like Usain bolt i like to think of him.

                        Anyway another payday from Gidleigh park....
                        Strange response

                        The first two both look like they should be running over further. The third is being handicapped to win over further. The fourth has lost her way over fences.

                        Therefore, it looked like a 2m chase for horses that shouldn't be running over 2m

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                        • Originally posted by JackieMoon33 View Post

                          Strange response

                          The first two both look like they should be running over further. The third is being handicapped to win over further. The fourth has lost her way over fences.

                          Therefore, it looked like a 2m chase for horses that shouldn't be running over 2m
                          Sorry but how do the first two look like they should be running over further.
                          didn't they try that with Caldwell potter already?
                          as i said it doesnt suit your opinion, so now you try and call my response strange.
                          no worries carry on as you were

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                          • Much as I agree Gidleigh should be going over further, they'll find it hard as he runs with the choke out & has no idea how to relax,I'm not even sure he breathes during his races, he was pulling just going to post, it's probably far too late in the season to try to teach him to relax in his races now so they'll see the season out over 2m, maybe next season get someone on him at home who is strong enough to anchor him behind a few, get him to drop the bit, it'll make him a better jumper too imo.

                            Edit - Reading that back it sounds like I'm not taking a breath either.
                            Last edited by EnvoiAlien; 17 January 2025, 02:49 PM.

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                            • Be interesting to see what mark gidleigh is given

                              Could be one for the 2m4f handicap if they aren't harsh

                              Depends whether the capper believes Caldwell ran to his 148 mark

                              If he did then you'd imagine he'll be 152

                              If not a mark under 150 could be workable

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                              • Originally posted by AaronLad View Post

                                Sorry but how do the first two look like they should be running over further.
                                didn't they try that with Caldwell potter already?
                                as i said it doesnt suit your opinion, so now you try and call my response strange.
                                no worries carry on as you were
                                Relax. It’s Friday. Enjoy your weekend. I’ll carry on as requested.

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