THE VILLAGE goes in the opening novices’ hurdle on Carlisle Sunday card.
Lucinda Russell’s other runner Voyage A New York looks the most likely winner. Donald McCain has a hurdles newcomer in Uppertown Cave that should get involved and Venetia Williams introduces former French chaser Russborough. On that basis it’s unlikely The Village will be in the mix, but he has Ballyvoque and Quick Brew to aim at. I will be worried if Knockairn finishes in front of us!
Dry weather and a decent breeze should result in Good to Soft ground at worst so I can’t see the ground being an excuse.
Rob