DAILY RACING PREVIEW BY ANDY HOLDING
TUESDAY DECEMBER 2
2.22 SOUTHWELL
Quite a tricky maiden hurdle to decipher with several of the main market players coming from different backgrounds but AIM STRAIGHT (best price 11-1) could easily prove the answer to the puzzle if he makes the expected improvement for dropping back in trip.
Trying 2m4f for the first time at Uttoxeter last time out, Alistar Ralph’s inmate travelled as well as any of the nine-strong field turning for home, but ultimately, he couldn’t match the top three in the betting from two out once his petrol gauge flashed on empty.
Settling for a creditable fourth at the Midland venue, it’s worth noting the runner-up, Just Golden, went on to frank the form in the French Furze at Newcastle over the weekend, and working on the theory he may prove more effective over the minimum trip, this strapping chasing type can justify each-way support.
AIM STRAIGHT – ½ point each-way@11-1