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16:10 Kempton – Al Dawodiya
Al Dawodiya showed markedly improved form at Chelmsford last month when only narrowly beaten.
She went with zest in the lead and, considering how long it took her to settle, she did well to last as long as she did in front.
That encouraging performance came over seven furlongs, but she showed plenty of speed so will have no problem dropping in trip here. She is entitled to improve on what was just her second start, and she is a half-sister to a smart performer, so her pedigree also indicates there is better to come.
There are few interesting newcomers, most notably Never Dark and Sena, but Al Dawodiya sets a decent standard and should prove difficult to beat.
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13:00 Ludlow – Duc Kauto
Duc Kauto has the physique of a chaser, so it’s little surprise he bettered his modest hurdles form at the first attempt over fences.
It was not a strong novices’ handicap he contested at Wincanton on his reappearance and first outing since undergoing a breathing operation, but he jumped soundly and won in the style of a horse who may have a bit more to offer.
The step up in trip is not a problem – he won over a similar trip over hurdles last season – and, having clearly taken well to chasing, he looks to hold solid claims for the in-form Colin Tizzard.
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17:10 Kempton – Silent Echo
Silent Echo needed the run when finishing ninth at Lingfield on his return from a 15-month absence, but he took a step forward when coming third in a minor event at the same course last time, shaping well enough to suggest he retains all his ability.
He was held up off the pace in a race run at a steady tempo but made encouraging late headway from his unpromising position.
He returns to handicap company and can compete off a mark 1lb lower than the rating he defied at Windsor last year, so he looks well treated, and it would be little surprise to see him give a good account.
Timeform Tips Summary:
13:00 Ludlow – Duc Kauto
16:10 Kempton – Al Dawodya
17:10 Kempton – Silent Echo