GB - Aintree - Race 2

Thoroughbred

7 Runners

24.7f

Handicap Hurdle

Turf

Good to Soft

41.0K

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Verdict

The interesting one here is arguably KATATE DORI, who has to prove he's as effective over hurdles but he's well handicapped on his chase form if that is the case and he's returning with his yard in red-hot form. Chasing Fire and Impose Toi are solid opponents.

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Horse Stats

#/Silk	Horse#/Horse	Power Rating	High Speed	Win %	Top 3%	Win Prob
3	Much improved since sent chasing, winning first 2 starts in the mud at Exeter/Chepstow and better than ever for latest win at Kempton in February. Excuses for his defeat in the Ultima the following month and he's lower in the weights back hurdling for in-form yard. 1st Pick 3 Katate Dori (Fr) Jockey: Dylan Johnston Trainer: Sam Thomas J: Dylan Johnston T: Sam Thomas	97	-	-	-	15%
Analysis Much improved since sent chasing, winning first 2 starts in the mud at Exeter/Chepstow and better than ever for latest win at Kempton in February. Excuses for his defeat in the Ultima the following month and he's lower in the weights back hurdling for in-form yard.
2	Enhanced superb record fresh when landing 4-runner 3m handicap at Perth in September. Up 5 lb in a better race but his profile is a positive one so he's on the shortlist. 2nd Pick 2 Chasing Fire Jockey: Sean Bowen Trainer: Olly Murphy J: Sean Bowen T: Olly Murphy	100	-	-	-	25%
Analysis Enhanced superb record fresh when landing 4-runner 3m handicap at Perth in September. Up 5 lb in a better race but his profile is a positive one so he's on the shortlist.
1	Has developed into a mainstay in top handicap hurdles and boasts a superbly consistent record, finding only a highly-progressive rival too strong in 16-runner contest at Punchestown in May. Has to prove stamina for 3m but lots to like for leading connections. 3rd Pick 1 Impose Toi (Fr) Jockey: Nico De Boinville Trainer: Nicky Henderson J: Nico De Boinville T: Nicky Henderson	98	-	-	-	36%
Analysis Has developed into a mainstay in top handicap hurdles and boasts a superbly consistent record, finding only a highly-progressive rival too strong in 16-runner contest at Punchestown in May. Has to prove stamina for 3m but lots to like for leading connections.

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