We haven’t seen a winning favourite in the Hungerford Stakes since 2020 with Dream Of Dreams, and as he was the only successful jolly in the last 10 runnings it seems like all things are possible here.
Four-year-olds have won six of those 10, and William Haggas three, and that may explain why More Thunder heads the early markets, but at 100/30 I can look elsewhere for more value.
Rage of Barmby has a two out of two record at the track and warrants some consideration, but Witness Stand gets my vote – each way of course.
He pulled off a 25/1 shock when winning the Group Two Lennox Stakes by close to three lengths last month, is officially the highest rated horse in the race, and won over course and distance on his only previous visit here, and if he is at his best once more, he looks to have every chance.
Daily Sport Recommended Bet 1/2pt Each Way Witness Stand 3.35pm Newbury 5/1 bet365