Tom Scudamore: “Schooling the big boys creates a lot of excitement”

He is making his chase debut in this race, but he has had plenty of schooling at home. He ran to a decent level over hurdles, so we are hoping he can transfer that across to chasing, and possibly even improve.

This race looks like a nice starting point for him. He is the highest-rated runner in the field, but obviously some of these do have some experience over fences.

4.45 Wetherby – Tango Boy

He ran three times over fences last season, and although he remains a maiden, he improved with each outing. On his last start at Newbury, he finished second, less than a length behind the winner. If he can build upon that, we are going to have a great chance.

My only concern is that it is his first run since January so hopefully he is match fit.

5.20 Wetherby – Cousu Main

He won last year at Uttoxeter on soft ground. There looks like there will be a little rain around for him, which will help his chances. He has moved to Neil Mulholland’s yard from Dan Skelton.

This is a very competitive race where you can make a case for a number of these, including my horse.

Sunday

2.30 Carlisle – Upton Road

He is a nice horse but there just haven’t been many opportunities for him. He didn’t jump hurdles very well, so he has been fast-tracked to fences. This will be just his third start under Rules, but he is a points winner.

We were very happy with his debut over fences last season at Exeter, but this is a higher grade so he will need to take a big step forward on that. He deserves a bit of luck and hopefully this season he can start making waves.

Tom

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