Paul Ferguson fancies the chances of 4/1 shot Grove Pride in the 14:25 at Carlisle on Monday afternoon Compare odds.
Grove Pride (2:25) can make the long journey north worthwhile for Henry Daly and Andrew Tinkler, by taking the Christmas Parties At Carlisle Racecourse Novices’ Hurdle, in the colours of Trevor Hemmings.
Runner-up on his sole start in Ireland, when 4 lengths off the talented but quirky Mississippi River, the six-year-old caught the eye when third in a Chepstow bumper on his debut for current connections in April.
The winner, Theatre Guide, went on to run well in a valuable bumper at Fairyhouse and the runner-up, Magnifique Etoile, has already this season run away with a bumper and a maiden hurdle.
The selection looked as though he’d appreciate a trip over hurdles, but the testing ground and stiff track at Carlisle should ensure this is enough of a test of stamina.
Monday’s selection:
2:25 Carlisle: Grove Pride: Early Price; 4/1 Bet365
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