I will make sure I tune in tonight to watch the 5.30pm from Southwell when Karl Burke lets Night Raider go back to the track after a very impressive maiden win over course and distance in mid-December.
A son of Dark Angel and related to Group winners, he was well supported that day before being sent off the 15/8 favourite, but his supporters never broke a sweat as he hit the front at the furlong pole and strolled clear for a nine-length success.
Priced at 33/1 for the 2000 Guineas, this would certainly be a strange prep for Newmarket in May, but it seems safe to assume he is working well enough to force them to get a race into him, and if he is to take up his headquarters entry, surely he needs to win this and do so with ease.
Daily Sport Recommended Bet 1pt Win Night Raider 5.30pm Southwell 4/9 William Hill