Exeter 02 April 2025

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14:25 Exeter (Class 4) (4YO plus)

Book Haldon Gold Cup Hospitality Novices' Selling Hurdle

2m 2f 111y

Winner £3,812 - 5 ran

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It is extremely hard to oppose LAND AFAR, who chased home a subsequent Grade 2 winner at Huntingdon two starts ago. The 10-year-old failed to fire at Leicester when last seen, but he should prove to be a cut above now eased significantly in grade. Kintaro's fourth in handicap company at Taunton suggests that he might be the main threat, ahead of Denzil.

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14:55 Exeter (Class 5) (5YO plus)

Haldon Gold Cup Returns In November Novices' Handicap Chase

2m 3f 48y

Winner £3,829 - 8 ran

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RANGATIRA JACK bounced back to form when not beaten far into second over C&D a few weeks ago and the Linda Blackford-trained seven-year-old clearly tops the shortlist on the back of that performance, despite a 2lb rise. The rest all arrive here with plenty to prove, but Constant Friday and Wot You Wearing are the pick of them on recent evidence.

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15:25 Exeter (Class 4) (4YO plus)

Exeter Racecourse Christmas Parties On Sale Novices' Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race)

2m 5f 137y

Winner £4,489 - 5 ran

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SUPER SAINT appeared to have plenty in hand when winning on his handicap debut over 2m4f at Sedgefield last month and a 3lb rise may underestimate Paul Nicholls' gelding. Al Sayah racked up a double when last seen over obstacles in May and has to be noted on her return to action, while Broderick edges out Koukeo to be best of the rest.

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15:55 Exeter (Class 4) (4YO plus)

Become An Exeter Racecourse Annual Member Handicap Hurdle

2m 161y

Winner £4,753 - 5 ran

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SEEYOUINMYDREAMS clearly wasn't at her best when racing too keenly for her own good at Kempton in October and the drop back in trip is likely to see Paul Nicholls' mare in a better light on her handicap bow. Inside Man won over C&D in November and is expected to benefit from returning on a sounder surface. The consistent Princess T and Campaign Trail head the remainder.

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16:25 Exeter (Class 4) (5YO plus)

Celebrate At Hawke Barn Handicap Chase (GBB Race)

3m 54y

Winner £5,413 - 4 ran

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A DEFINITE GETAWAY appears for the first time since December and won't be found a better opportunity to get his head in front. His last success came here in October off 1lb lower and the seven-year-old is likely to be a tough nut to crack, especially with all of his rivals having pulled up when last seen. Castle Daragh may benefit from a first-time visor to pose the main threat, with Up The Straight next best.

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17:00 Exeter (Class 4) (5YO plus)

Totnes And Bridgetown Races Company Ltd Open Hunters' Chase

3m 54y

Winner £4,620 - 4 ran

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SWITCH HITTER was a useful performer when in the care of Paul Nicholls and arrives following a hat-trick in the point-to-point sphere. The 10-year-old is clear on official ratings and is expected to continue his fine run of form. Windance has the ability to be competitive and merits respect along with King's Quay, whose sole previous appearance under Rules saw him win over C&D in April 2023.

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