Tribal Commander was getting close to winning when last seen on the Flat. On the evidence of his hurdling debut at Ludlow, though, this novice contest looks pretty hot and beyond his reach.
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06/12/19 2nd 16/1 – Paint The Dream – Fergal O’Brien – Sandown
Paint The Dream is in good form but needs the experience today. We are hoping for a solid clear round - he didn't get far on chase debut first time out - but he was useful enough over hurdles.
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06/12/19 3rd 9/4 – Happygolucky – Kim Bailey – Sandown

This horse has done little wrong in his two hurdle runs and deserves to be taking his chance in this decent race. The trip might be a shade on the short side but the hill at Sandown will help him. He has every right of being sent off the favourite and we are hopeful he…
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06/12/19 2nd 9/1 – Petite Power – Fergal O’Brien – Exeter

This race looks made for Petite Power but he does have to carry a lot of weight over a marathon trip. He remains in good form so hopefully he will go close again.
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06/12/19 2nd 4/1 – Universal Folly – Nicky Richards – Sedgefield

Sedgefield isn't an ideal track for running inexperienced bumper horses. Universal Folly is a lovely chasing type for the future and the ups and downs may not help him.
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06/12/19 3rd 3/1 – The Edgar Wallace – Kim Bailey – Exeter
The Edgar Wallace is a lovely-looking horse who has been pleasing us at home. You never know what you are going to encounter in a bumper, but we like him and expect a bold showing.
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05/12/19 3rd 7/2 – Im Wiser Now – Fergal O’Brien – Wincanton

I'm Wiser Now has been given a fair handicap mark. He's a very consistent sort who will enjoy this ground, but there are a few in here with similar credentials. So each-way claims, but I wouldn’t be surprised to see him finally get his first win.
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05/12/19 2nd 11/4 – Shanacoole Prince – Kim Bailey – Leicester

Shanacoole Prince improved a good deal on his Irish point-to-point form when rather surprising us by winning first time out at Hereford. He has improved since, but with one at least to beat we're probably looking at place chances.
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05/12/19 3rd 14/1 – Capone – Charlie Mann – Wincanton

Capone obviously needs to improve as he’s been quite disappointing so far. The track and ground should suit and hopefully we can get him back to last season's level in which case he'll be an each-way prospect.
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05/12/19 3rd 13/2 – Seaside Girl – Ben Pauling – Leicester
Seaside Girl is a really nice mare if not the quickest. She'll like the ground and the track and jumps very well. She had her wind done in Ireland after her third point-to-point and we've never had any worries with it. She should go close.
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05/12/19 1st 3/1 – Drewmain Legend – Ali Stronge – Leicester

Drewmain Legend would have an obvious chance. Her first run of the season was excellent and she’s got the blinkers back on to help sharpen her up. We have a couple to fear including the horse who beat us last time, but I expect a big show and am hopeful she’ll win.
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05/12/19 2nd 5/1 – Audacity – Warren Greatrex – Wincanton

This looks competitive but Audacity finished strongly in third on debut after running very green throughout the race. He has improved for the experience and Harry’s useful 5lb claim should help him get into the mix again.
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04/12/19 3rd 4/1 – One More Fleurie – Ian Williams – Haydock

One More Fleurie ran well on seasonal debut at Hereford and should be sharper today. The step up in trip will do him no harm and he must have every chance of getting his head in front.
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04/12/19 2nd 5/1 – Blue Laureate – Ian Williams – Haydock

The favourite looks a tough nut to crack but the step up to this extended trip will suit Blue Laureate enormously. If he could match his staying form on the Flat he would not be too far away.
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04/12/19 2nd 5/1 – The Ogle Gogle Man – Charlie Mann – Haydock
The Ogle Gogle Man is one of those hit and miss horses. If you catch him on a good day he’ll go alright, so while he didn't run brilliantly the other day at Chepstow he could have a small place chance. He might easily be in the first three but I don’t think he’ll be…
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03/12/19 3rd 7/1 – Mr Perfect – Ian Williams – Lingfield Park

Mr Perfect ran a promising race when second on debut at Huntingdon. He should go well again here.
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03/12/19 1st 13/8 – Minella Tara – Fergal O’Brien – Lingfield Park

Minella Tara is a very nice four-year-old who goes nicely at home. We are very hopeful he can make a successful start.
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03/12/19 1st 4/5 – Global Fame – Fergal O’Brien – Southwell

Global Fame is a lovely big horse who shows plenty of ability. He is basically a stayer so will want a decent gallop. If he gets it he should have each-way claims.
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03/12/19 1st 9/1 – No No Juliet – Oliver Sherwood – Southwell
No No Juliet met two good mares at Fontwell and was beaten fair and square, but I was happy with the way she easily held the rest of the field. I've put the cheekpieces on her to sharpen her up as she is very laid back.
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03/12/19 1st 4/1 – Seaston Spirit – Oliver Sherwood – Lingfield Park
Seaston Spirit runs in this handicap chase and to be frank I have been disappointed by his performances as his work and schooling at home have been very good. His bumper and novice hurdle form isn't too bad either. Let's hope he can bring it to the track today.
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