'He's really got a good chance' - Hobson's high hopes for Family Business
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Esprit De Somoza arguably set the standard behind Some Detail in his last exit at Taunton, but could be vulnerable against less exposed rivals
#Hes #reallygot #goodchance
Monday: 2.55 Stratford
Bobby Brown Retirement Handicap Chase | 2m6½f | 5+ | Live TV
Esprit De Somoza arguably set the bar for Some Detail in his last exit at Taunton, but could be vulnerable against less exposed rivals.
The Jane Williams-trained chaser made a bold bid on the day, surpassing 2m7ft before the finish. Stratford's steep line and slightly shorter stroke should play to Esprit De Somoza's advantage, but the 3-pound surge dampened his enthusiasm for the opportunity.
Instead, Corran Cross, who won one of his five races, should enjoy a 2m6½f turnaround. He held on well when he fell over 2m4ft in Wincanton on Boxing Day, this time over the 1lb mark.
Oscar Montel returns from winter break with 122 points, only more than the last time he won in Worcester in July under Brian Hughes, who also played here Victory is 2 lbs higher. In this case, however, the usual blindfold for castration was eliminated.
Looking back at the family business last month, it's easy to make a strong case for the five-year-old. He was only 3lbs taller in the weaker race last month at Leicester in the Division 3 Handicap Chase, giving him a good start to his British career.
The market could offer its best clues to the chances of the former Willie Mullins-trained Fly Smart, who underwent wind surgery before his maiden hunt after Venetia Williams smashed the obstacle course in Wetherby.
Racial Analysis of Richard Birch
what you said
oscar mounte coach charlie lonsden
It was the start of his season, and he will now continue throughout the summer. He may improve in the game, but we have to start somewhere. It's good to face him on the ground and we'll see how it goes.
Richard Bandy, Corran Cross Coach
Last time he pecked on the landing and fell slightly, but he's had a good game so far, so I think he'll be very close. He trained well after that, but I just stopped him because he didn't want a winter pitch. It would be nice to have him back because he is in good shape so we are looking forward to seeing him.
Jane Williams, Coach Esprit De Somoza
We are very happy with him, he seems to be at the top of his game at the moment. Last time he tried to win, but a well-timed horse flew past him and caught him on the line before he could react. Cheek shards might sharpen him, but we have a lot of confidence in him and he's confident
#Hes #reallygot #goodchance
Monday: 2.55 Stratford
Bobby Brown Retirement Handicap Chase | 2m6½f | 5+ | Live TV
Esprit De Somoza arguably set the bar for Some Detail in his last exit at Taunton, but could be vulnerable against less exposed rivals.
The Jane Williams-trained chaser made a bold bid on the day, surpassing 2m7ft before the finish. Stratford's steep line and slightly shorter stroke should play to Esprit De Somoza's advantage, but the 3-pound surge dampened his enthusiasm for the opportunity.
Instead, Corran Cross, who won one of his five races, should enjoy a 2m6½f turnaround. He held on well when he fell over 2m4ft in Wincanton on Boxing Day, this time over the 1lb mark.
Oscar Montel returns from winter break with 122 points, only more than the last time he won in Worcester in July under Brian Hughes, who also played here Victory is 2 lbs higher. In this case, however, the usual blindfold for castration was eliminated.
Looking back at the family business last month, it's easy to make a strong case for the five-year-old. He was only 3lbs taller in the weaker race last month at Leicester in the Division 3 Handicap Chase, giving him a good start to his British career.
The market could offer its best clues to the chances of the former Willie Mullins-trained Fly Smart, who underwent wind surgery before his maiden hunt after Venetia Williams smashed the obstacle course in Wetherby.
Racial Analysis of Richard Birch
what you said
oscar mounte coach charlie lonsden
It was the start of his season, and he will now continue throughout the summer. He may improve in the game, but we have to start somewhere. It's good to face him on the ground and we'll see how it goes.
Richard Bandy, Corran Cross Coach
Last time he pecked on the landing and fell slightly, but he's had a good game so far, so I think he'll be very close. He trained well after that, but I just stopped him because he didn't want a winter pitch. It would be nice to have him back because he is in good shape so we are looking forward to seeing him.
Jane Williams, Coach Esprit De Somoza
We are very happy with him, he seems to be at the top of his game at the moment. Last time he tried to win, but a well-timed horse flew past him and caught him on the line before he could react. Cheek shards might sharpen him, but we have a lot of confidence in him and he's confident