With reduced field sizes in handicaps
these days, the horse with a “row of ducks eggs” next to its name has become an
almost mythical creature, but visitors to Dunstall Park this afternoon will get
the chance to view one, and what a treat it promises to be! The horse in
question is Pipers Piping (15:20),
now running for owner/trainer John Butler have done sterling service for
Alastair Lidderdale. It appears at first glance that the son of Noverre has
lost the plot after that stable switch, and in 6 starts for his new yard he’s
finished no better than tenth, which is remarkable achievement in itself.
Things are rarely that simple, however, and there were palpable signs last time
that his drought was about to come to an end. In a race run shortly after the
Kempton stewards left for their annual Christmas party, Pipers Piping caught the eye of just about every racereader in the
country as everything seemed to conspire against him. A good draw was quickly
negated by an awkward exit from the stalls, and the horse then travelled
notably strongly only for the normally reliable Adam Kirby to make a couple of
poor choices regarding his best route home. The rider accepted the situation
pretty quickly, and his mount seemed to be full of running as he crossed the
line. That unfortunate effort may prove a blessing in disguise, as Pipers
Piping is able to race off an identical mark today, and should find the race
run much more to his liking. Market
rivals Arabian Flight, Flag of Glory, Koo And The Gang and Spin A wish all tend
to race to the fore, and while either of the first pair would be dangerous if
able to dictate, the likelihood of any runner gaining a soft lead look remote.
The likely strong pace will be ideal for the selection if again being held up,
and he will rarely find a better opportunity to end his poor run.
Earlier on the card, Spark of Genius looks to have excellent
claims to end a frustrating spell for Alan McCabe, and her maiden win for
another yard last time looks rock solid, both in form terms and the clock. She
is well up to leading throughout again, but the overnight odds have shortened
dramatically, and the best angle may be to back her in a forecast with the
frustrating, but capable Sir Bruno. There is an “RFC” market available on Betfair,
but there’s limited appeal in the insurance aspect of this particular dual
forecast in truth with Sir Bruno placed on more than half his lifetime starts,
but with only a solitary win to his name. Backing the exacta, available through
the “Tote GB” tab, looks the better option.
Recommended Bets:
Back Pipers Piping in the 15:20 Wolverhampton
@ [4.4] (NAP)
Back Spark of Genius/Sir Bruno (6x2 Exacta) in the 14:20 Wolverhampton (NB)
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