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13:43 Naas

The Ballymore Novice Hurdle (Grade 1)

| 5+

Winner EUR €59,000 - 10 runners

2m4f

Going:

Surface: T

Race Tip

CLASSICAL CREEK (1) makes plenty of appeal for the in-form Gordon Elliott team who enjoyed an excellent festive period. Returned after a year-long absence winning by 8L at Navan and is entitled to come forward for fitness and experience. Winning chance. SORTUDO (9) started favourite when scoring by 8L at Cork on seasonal reappearance. Demonstrated plenty of speed and could improve. Stablemate SAINT BACO (8) is preferred of the Mullins pair with stable jockey Paul Townend set to ride. Winner at Navan on stable debut and with some good form from France could go close. I'LL SORT THAT (4) has plenty of experience and seeks a four-timer. Winner of the G3 For Auction Novice Hurdle when last seen while brings proven Graded racing.