Hello and best wishes to everyone,
May I say how interesting it has been reading this excellent thread. I have taken an interest in the VDW methods for a number of years now but have never before had the opportunity to discuss his ideas with like-minded people. Anyway, great to be here.
Regarding Red Gala’s race on Saturday last, one thing VDW always suggested was to run several cross-checks on any potential selections.Hensman’s excellent contributions have already shown one way.Using the method outlined in "Racing In My System", in which VDW selected the Derby winner on Saturday’s race gives:
Nosferatu Class 1246 9th, Beaten 11.5l
Peruvian Prince Class 623 13th,Beaten 10l
Players Please Class 623 14th,Beaten 13l
Mariotto Class 529 14th, Beaten 24l
Buccellati Class 211 Won,1/2l, Ran on.
I would like to say straight away that I am not trying to "after-time" and I did not back Buccellati.I did, in fact, have a small bet on Red Gala, more fool me!
Best of Luck,all
Dave.