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Stratford Place 6 Preview | 1st July

18.18 Visit racingtv.com Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase

ASPIRE TOWER looked set to make a winning debut in France for this yard until he unseated his rider at the final flight. He has to concede a lot of weight to some in-form opponents, but he’s the class act in the field, and a bold bid is certainly anticipated.

Tips: ASPIRE TOWER

18.48 Hollow Bottom Reopens This Summer Maiden Hurdle

T OR COFFEY was last seen going close at Cork, and despite being 6lb higher on stable debut for Jennie Dandlish, this unexposed four-year-old could be set for a leading role. This isn’t a strong race, so he’s very much one to consider.

Tips: T OR COFFEY

19.18 Davisons Law Handicap Hurdle

REALISTIC OPTIMISM posted his best effort for this stable when second at Warwick 27 days ago following a breathing operation. Off an unchanged mark and his stable in very good form, there’s no reason why he cannot make a serious impact.

Tips: REALISTIC OPTIMISM

19.48 Saige Composite Products Handicap Hurdle

Doc McCoy has been dominant the last two times, but GETALEAD is back on his last winning figure and has often saved his best form for left-handed tracks. He will appreciate the return to this longer distance having finished over a trip short of his best last time out and should go well.

Tips: GETALEAD

20.18 Farmers Farewell Handicap Chase

MIDNIGHT JEWEL returned to form with a vengeance when narrowly denied at Fontwell three weeks ago. The nine-year-old is 3lb lower than when last successful and repeat showing of his latest performance should give him every chance of winning this race.

Tips: MIDNIGHT JEWEL

20.48 Sunday 13th July Is Family Day NH Flat Race

Having shaped with distinct promise when runner-up on Rules debut at Worcester last month, JURY BELLE is elected to go one place better. She will be a short priced favourite and her trainer isn’t in sparkling form, but her allowance is huge.

Tips: JURY BELLE