HaydockSat, January 17, 2026

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12:50 Haydock

Sky Bet Club Handicap Hurdle (Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier)

C3 | 4+

Winner GBP £8,186 - 8 runners

1m 7f 144y

Going: Good to Soft

Surface: T

Race Tip

SMART DECISION (7) maintains impressive form that includes four victories and one placed effort. Last seen winning by 1L contesting a Market Rasen handicap hurdle. Major player. BERTIE'S BALLET (3) makes seasonal reappearance. Racing consistently with one win and four placed efforts past six starts including a runner-up finish in a Wetherby handicap hurdle. Will be looking to retain his title in this race. BRENTFORD HOPE (2) placed third previously at this track. Holds winning course and distance form. Not discounted. CABALLO DE GUERRA (4) finished fourth on latest outing at Wetherby. Thereabouts.