While it may prove prudent to oppose Henderson’s charge in the 1.40, it looks sensible to get on board with the six-time British jump racing champion trainer in the Gerry Feilden Handicap, a race he has won three times in the past four runnings. She has won four of her five career starts to date, with her only defeat coming in the Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle at Cheltenham in March. However, Henderson’s UNDER CONTROL could be a class above these. Priced at 10/1, the four-year-old could be one to watch out for here. Selection: Uncle Bert 9/2 with Betfred 2.15, Newbury – Gerry Feilden Handicap (2m ½f)īen Pauling’s Bad was well supported for the Boodles at Cheltenham in March and we might not have seen the best of him yet. While the Nicky Henderson-trained Jet Powered deserves huge respect and is likely to head the betting, this looks like a great chance for Uncle Bert to return to the winners’ circle. He was super-impressive when winning at Perth in September and had excuses on heavy ground at Chepstow in October. The six-year-old was heavily supported in the betting and went off favourite when falling four hurdles in at Cheltenham last month.
It is hard to escape the claims of UNCLE BERT for Nigel Twiston-Davies with his son Sam on board. Already used the Betfred sign-up offer? Take a look at more great bookmaker offers and the best betting sites.
