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12:55 Aintree

Turners Mersey Novices' Hurdle (Grade 1) (Gbb Race)

C1 | 4+

Winner GBP £56,270 - 12 runners

2m 4f

Going: Good

Surface: T

Race Tip

Nicky Henderson has opted to pitch LULAMBA (12) against older opposition. This could prove a wise move from the leading trainer who can be rewarded by watching his slightly unlucky G1 Triumph Hurdle (Cheltenham Festival) runner-up go one better climbing in distance while receiving 10lb. Fergal O'Brien trains HORACES PEARL (6) who is five from five in his career. Commands respect stepping up in grade on the back of a smooth success attempting a novices hurdle at Newbury. Impressive Leopardstown maiden hurdle winner KOKTAIL DIVIN (8) looks the pick of Irish challengers. MIAMI MAGIC (9) finished second two starts ago in the G1 Formby Novices Hurdle here on Boxing Day and warrants thought raised in trip.