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15:25 Haydock

Jcb Hydrogen Novices' Handicap Hurdle (Gbb Race)

C4 | 4+

Winner GBP £5,281 - 5 runners

3m 58y

Going: Good

Surface: T

Race Tip

MAHLER MOON (3) initially struggled with fences. Progressive since wind surgery and revisiting hurdles. Finally shed maiden tag at Newbury (3m1/4f) last start and could have more to offer. ELUSIVENESS (4) bids for a hat-trick after wins at Taunton and Ludlow. Stamina assured and might overcome latest sharp rise in weights. BORN IN THE WEST (2) was a deserving winner at Catterick two runs ago. Confirmed stamina when second tackling 3m3 1/4f at Sedgefield more recently. Cannot be ignored. Top weight QUEENS VENTURE (1) struggled in recent starts. Handicapper is beginning to relent.