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17:20 Uttoxeter

1664 Biere Novices' Handicap Hurdle

C5 | 4+

Winner GBP £3,697 - 7 runners

2m 7f 70y

Going: Good

Surface: T

Race Tip

CRACK OPS (4) shaped with promise across three hurdle starts. First attempt among handicap company in latest when 10L second at Bangor and now receives a swift hike in journey. Among the key players. BARRY FIFE (1) makes his handicap debut. Mark could have been a bit more generous but did produce his best finish over course and distance. Respect. GALWAY REEL (6) might not have the best strike rate however was only beaten a head when last seen tackling a chase in December. Top jockey takes over. Shortlist. PEPITE DE SAPHIR (3) has been absent for sixteen months. There is a bit to work on and this shrewd trainer could have her ready.