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Midnite Built Different Handicap Stakes (Div I)
Mr Fox’s call
Labiche
SPECULATIVE Advised 2/1 Est. 30%
Mr Fox says
Labiche (SR:59, 2/1) is the clear SR leader in this Class 6 field, carrying a relatively manageable 9-1 — the same weight as Liberty Bird but with a vastly superior rating. Crucially, GoingFit:+ confirms proven ability on this going surface, a significant edge over the majority of rivals who show GoingFit:-. The market has firmed 9% since opening and connections carry a strong trainer strike rate of 19% with jockey Billy Loughnane boasting 18% — both above-average for this grade. The ClassMv:↓1 drop is a further positive, and while the recent form string (-30354) shows inconsistency, the step down in class with the going in its favour is the key catalyst today. Each-way alternative: Jenson Benson. Main danger: Muy Muy Loco — Muy Muy Loco (SR:53, 17/2) has steamed in 40% in the market, carries a favourable MarkMv:-3, and while GoingFit:- is a concern, the significant market support suggests connections believe the handicap mark reduction outweighs the going question.
Full result
Winner: Far Far Out (IRE) at SP 20/1. Mr Fox’s picks highlighted in gold.
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1
Far Far Out 14/1
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2
Saahir 10/1
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3
Celtic Spirit 9/1
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4
Poke The Bear 14/1
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5
Jenson Benson Fox #2 15/2
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6
Labiche Fox #1 11/8
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7
This Rib 14/1
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8
Lapidarist 18/1
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9
Muy Muy Loco Fox #3 17/2
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10
Liberty Bird 40/1
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11
Bennyworth 14/1
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12
Lady Aiyana 22/1
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13
Gifts Differing 14/1
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14
Echo That 66/1
Top 4 — how each finished
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1
Labiche 2/1 6TH
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2
Jenson Benson 7/1 5TH
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3
Muy Muy Loco 17/2 9TH