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At least he didn’t try to unship Ruby last time but then Ruby did not try anything too fancy to get him into a competitive position. He may well have regressed a bit with age as he would be entitled to do but his form is quite consistent so he gets no relief from the handicapper despite very rarely looking like winning a race. If anything he looks a tad overpriced today but we are talking about a horse that has made losing an art form. Nowadays I just hope he comes back safe and sound.
Given the rather stagnant nature of the Gold Cup market, Burton Port could propel himself into the mix with a good performance today.
Given the rather stagnant nature of the Gold Cup market, Burton Port could propel himself into the mix with a good performance today.
Forget Burton Port – that run propels
Diamond Harry
into the mix! That horse has always laughed contemptuously at Burton Port.
If his breathing is sorted, then yum yum 40/1!
I cannot see a length beating in receipt of a pound as laughing contemptuously, especially as Denman comes out best at the weights from that race. The evidence from the racecourse is that Diamond Harry has regressed whereas Burton Port appears to have retained plenty of his ability.
Sure, on the face of one length, it wasn’t a great beating. It was the visual impression that took me. Diamond Harry seemed sure to win with daylight to spare then rather laboured home. Now we know he had a breathing problem, it is plausible that could have been inhibiting him in that race. Finding less than expected is often an indicator of breathing issues.
It is indeed possible that Diamond Harry has regressed, but I truly believe in the value of that form. I also believe in the excuses for his recent disappointments since they conform with the visual interpretation of his runs.
With that in mind, I am willing to take the chance that his recent operation will rejuvenate Diamond Harry.
Burton Port and Diamond Harry – no comparison after today’s run. The will to win is there with one and not the other.
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