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IDAHO (3.35) is a very worthy favourite to land the Group 3 Ormonde Stakes at Chester.

Third to Harzand in the 2016 Derby, Idaho had one of his main rivals today, Muntahaa, well beaten in ninth when landing the Hardwicke Stakes at Royal Ascot. His third to Enable and Ulysses in the King George was another run straight out of the top drawer and the Aidan O’Brien horse is surprisingly trading at odds against here.

Ballydoyle are doubly represented in the Dee Stakes, with Kenya looking to bounce back from a distant third to Gustav Klimt in the Leopardstown mud. He was much better when beating Mcmunigal in a Group 3 at the Dublin track last October but Ryan Moore has opted for Rostropovich, a Group 2 winner at the Curragh last August.

It’s difficult splitting the O’Brien pair and MY LORD AND MASTER (2.25) could be another big scalp for William Haggas.

The colt beat stablemate Young Rascal by six lengths when landing his maiden at Nottingham last season and that horse gave the form a huge boost yesterday. My Lord And Master comes here on the back of a close second to Crossed Baton at Epsom last month and looks progressive.

Rastrelli should go well for the boys in blue. Charlie Appleby and William Buick have started the season in sizzling fashion and Rastrelli was strong at the finish when pulling clear of Bombyx at Newbury last month. A little ease in the ground would be just perfect for the Godolphin gelding.

Tom Dascombe believes the step up in trip will suit Finniston Farm, a running-on third to Anna Nerium in the 7f European Free Handicap at Newmarket, while Fortune’s Pearl gave Mildenberger a serious race in the Feilden Stakes. It’s a cracking contest.

TAVENER (1.50) can go well at a double-digit price in the opening sprint.

Franny Norton is masterful around the Roodee and Tavener has a lovely pitch in stall three. He was a bit outclassed at Epsom last time but his earlier all-the-way success at Chelmsford City gives Tavener a sound each-way chance.

KNIGHTLY SPIRIT (4.35) was worried out of it by Ship Of The Fen on deep ground at Doncaster and will be suited by the extra two furlongs. He is just preferred to Wolverhampton winner Ghostwatch, having his first handicap start.

NEVER SURRENDER (5.05) won his maiden over course and distance, making all under Jamie Spencer, and is closely matched with Fast Dancer on their Newbury run behind Lunar Jet. Spencer is back on board Never Surrender.

Recommended Bets

  • Chester 3.35 – Idaho (5-4, William Hill)
  • Chester 2.25 – My Lord And Master (11-4, William Hill)
  • Chester 1.50 – Tavener ew (12-1, McBookie, Coral, Ladbrokes )
  • Chester 4.35 – Knightly Spirit (9-2, bet365)
  • Chester 5.05 – Never Surrender (9-2, William Hill)

Johnb's Thursday Tips

  • Chester 3.35 – Idaho (1-1, CoralNAP/NB (double stake)
  • Chelmsford 7.10 – Talaaqy (9-4, Betvictor)
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26 Comments
  1. Avatar of Johnb
    Johnb 7 years ago

    Chester
    3:35 – Idaho 1/1 coral NAP/NB (double stake)

    Chelmsford
    7:10 – Talaaqy 9/4 betvictor

  2. Avatar of Elvis Parsley
    elvis parsley 7 years ago

    Tommo has almost put up a nice placepot.
    I’ve added Charlie hills 2 welshy nags,
    Porth swtan 3-00
    Ynys Mon 4-05
    A wee £5 pot for interest.

  3. Avatar of Erryesno Nopastime
    errryesno 7 years ago

    tidal river 5.30 tipperey 25t1 nap
    lord topper 5.55 wincaton nb 6t1

  4. Avatar of Johnb
    Johnb 7 years ago

    Tennis Antepost update

    Kei Nishikori OUT
    Samantha Stosur OUT

    Simona Halep NOW 11/4 advised 6/1
    Kiki Bertens NOW 6/1 advised 25/1

  5. Avatar of Paul Dodd
    dodder 7 years ago

    Chester 1- 50 powerallied 13/2
    Chester 2.25 Rastrelli 4/1
    Chester 3-00 another batt 5/1

  6. Avatar of david mc guire
    7 years ago

    my lord and master 5/2 nap/nb 2-25 chester

    • Avatar of david mc guire
      7 years ago

      2 more
      sir maximillian 10/1 ew 1-50 chester
      arcadian rocks 7/2 win 4.05 chester

  7. Avatar of diarmuid O donnell
    7 years ago

    Charlie hills recons ynys mon should b winning the 4.05 and he b shocked if didnt

    • Avatar of liam marsh
      lucky shoe 7 years ago

      Well done with more lies trotters. He won well.

  8. Avatar of jimron12
    jimron12 7 years ago

    Nap / nb powerallied 6/1

    Idaho 3.35
    Ynys mon 4.05

    Round robin plus a lump on the 1.50 skybet money back 2nd or third

  9. Avatar of Johnb
    Johnb 7 years ago

    Golf latest
    Still got the afternoon players to go out but the current clubhouse leader on -6 is LUCAS BJERREGAARD
    advised at 66/1 for first round leader he looks to have set a good total and we must be looking at least to a top 6 place for a decent payout, who knows maybe even a good 66/1 winner

    That total looks even better when you realise that the wind is always a major factor for the afternoon players here

  10. Avatar of Johnb
    Johnb 7 years ago

    @mr-fixit Interesting stat for the football here, don’t know if it’s been mentioned on the site but in England’s top 5 leagues of all the 16 promoted teams from last season none have been relegated this season,
    That must have been a big priced accumulator

    • Avatar of Mr Fixit
      Mr Fixit 7 years ago

      Haven’t seen that mentioned but it’s a good stat.

    • Avatar of Johnb
      Johnb 7 years ago

      @mr-fixit

      Premier League
      Promoted 2016-17
      Newcastle, Huddersfield, Brighton

      Relegated 2017-18
      Stoke, West Brom, Swansea/Southampton

      Championship
      Promoted 2016-17
      Sheffield United, Millwall, Bolton

      Relegated 2017-18
      Sunderland, Burton, Barnsley

      League One
      Promoted 2016-17
      Portsmouth, Plymouth, Doncaster, Blackpool

      Relegated 2017-18
      Bury, MK Dons, Northampton, Oldham

      League Two
      Promoted 2016-17
      Lincoln, Forest Green

      Relegated 2017-18
      Chesterfield, Barnet

      National League
      Promoted 2016-17
      Fylde, Ebbsfleet, Maidenhead, Halifax

      Relegated 2017-18
      Guiseley, Chester, Torquay, Woking

  11. Avatar of albert rose
    azzthewigan 7 years ago

    dylan mouth 3.35 single confessional 1.50 hattaab 2.00 Dr rhythm 2.35 Joe’s spirit 3.00 we l15 singles well done all winners yesterday

  12. Avatar of Patrick Shevlin
    the notorious 7 years ago

    John, is there any substance to the apparent in-house fighting within the BHA? Personally I think its just a storm in a teacup.

    • Avatar of Johnb
      Johnb 7 years ago

      Just a few people making more out of issues than they should, issues that don’t really matter,
      Steve Harman is the best man for the job and won’t be ousted easily, he has a lot of support in racing and support from some very influential people

  13. Avatar of kelly doyle
    kelly.d 7 years ago

    just the €87.42 left so few horses today see what happens

    13.50 reflektor 13/2 €8.71 e/w

    pot left €70

  14. Avatar of shaun mac
    u2me413 7 years ago

    The draw at Chester what stalls do you want then.

    • Avatar of brad stevens
      buzzer 7 years ago

      low numbers against the rails

    • Avatar of Johnb
      Johnb 7 years ago

      I always say too much is made of the draw as track position is more important, low is best but that’s mainly because some jockeys are resigned to losing if they have a high draw instead of being determined to get into a good position

  15. Avatar of kelly doyle
    kelly.d 7 years ago

    14.25 rastrelli 4/1 €10 e/w

    pot left €50

  16. Avatar of kelly doyle
    kelly.d 7 years ago

    16.15 blagapar 5/1 €10 e/w

    pot left €30

  17. Avatar of kelly doyle
    kelly.d 7 years ago

    17.50 secret door 6/1 €15 e/w

  18. Avatar of Johnb
    Johnb 7 years ago

    Premier League Darts

    Michael Smith v Raymond Van Barneveld

    Van Barneveld to win 6/4 betbright

    Peter Wright v Daryl Gurney

    Gurney most 180s 10/11 betvictor NAP/NB (double stake)

    Gurney most 180s, highest checkout and win 4/1 ladbrokes

  19. Avatar of david mc guire
    7 years ago

    who dares wins 3-35 chester 11/1
    sir maximillian 4-05 chester 8/2
    ew singles + ew double

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