Scudamore says: “I’m really looking forward to riding West Approach.”

He is lightly raced and only an eight year old so I am hopeful there is a lot more to come with this horse.

The ground is current described as Soft (Heavy in places) on the hurdles course and Soft (Good To Soft in places) on the chase course.

Both horses are versatile when it comes to the ground. West Approach might appreciate better ground but I would not be concerned if rain was to fall.

Sunday

1.05 Taunton – Storm House

This is the first of my four rides on a busy day on Sunday.

He has been running to a decent level without winning but should have a decent chance in this novice hurdle.

1.40 Taunton – It’s Obvious

He finished fourth in a competitive hurdle around Market Rasen last time. He has got better with every run.

Whatever he does, he is going to make into a nice chaser.

2.50 Taunton – Friday Night Lights

This horse showed a good level of form on the flat. I have ridden him twice so far and I have think he has taken to hurdles well.

He won last time at Newbury so hopefully he can follow that up here.

3.25 Taunton – Theatrical Star

He was disappointing last time at Sandown. He does have some good course and distance form at Taunton though so hopefully this track will bring out the best of him again.

He is getting no younger at the age of 12 but I think he will have an each-way chance.

Tom