Bow To No One is handicapped to go in again and looks good value at 7/1 to do so in the 4.20 at Goodwood today.
Alan Jarvis’s gelding had been in good form when winning twice over hurdles before putting in his best effort on the level for some time when fourth of 13 to Homeric in a class 3 contest at Ascot 13 days ago.
He took a keen hold that day after being held up at the rear of the field before making good headway on the wide outside three from home and staying on well inside the last to be beaten 2 3/4 lengths off a mark of 74.
Although he could never quite get close enough to land a blow on the leaders, he forfeited a huge amount of ground by steering a wide course and was not unduly knocked about.
It was a highly promising effort, and he now drops down into class 4 company and races off the same mark.
That gives him a huge shout at the weights as he is now 5lb lower than when registering his last success on the flat at York in September 2011.
That win came in today’s grade, and if he can build on his latest effort then he has to take all the beating in this.
Another plus is that his trainer has his horses in fine form at present, and he also has the services of Michael J Murphy in the saddle who takes 5lb off his back and is tremendous value for his claim.
Daily Sport recommended bet: 3pts win Bow To No One (7/1 bet365, Betfred, BetVictor, Paddy Power – BOG)