Paul Ferguson has one selection for us on Wednesday; Leitrim Pass in the Pontefract 3.00. Compare odds and bet.
Though only three go to post, the Big Fellas Nightclub Handicap is the most interesting race on the card at Pontefract on Wednesday and, while the once-raced Buchanan is greatly respected, slight preference is for Leitrim Pass (3:00) who remains on a mark from which he can win off.
Runner-up to the potentially smart Mighty Yar at Sandown last month, the Raven’s Pass colt could have his own way of things out in front today, with Buchanan coming from behind when scoring at Lingfield last month.
Henry Candy was talking of a possible crack at the Melrose at York after that debut success, so it is slightly surprising to see him drop in trip here, as he stayed on powerfully at Lingfield.
A mark of 82 certainly shouldn’t be beyond him, but it might just be that the race will be run to suit Leitrim Pass today, who should be able to dictate matters and might just have the better turn of foot over this distance. William Haggas’ chestnut was a best price 11/8 with Paddy Power overnight, who had Buchanan as their 4/5 favourite.
Wednesday’s selection:
3:00 Pontefract: Leitrim Pass; evens Paddy Power
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