Alkasib was decent on the Flat for Andrew Balding, peaking with a rating of 111 which is way higher than the vast majority who move on to a career over hurdles.
A Group Three winner over a mile and three quarters at York in July 2024, he debuted over obstacles at Wetherby when beaten close to three lengths keeping on well close home, so it comes as no surprise to see him stepped up half a mile or so this afternoon.
Weak in the market that day (6/4 to 2/1), the implication is he will improve for the experience, and if he handles the good to soft going currently predicted over hurdles (he has won on similar on the Flat), then he is difficult to go against.
Daily Sport Recommended Bet 1pt Win Alkasib 1.17pm Catterick 9/4 most bookmakers