Valentines Double...

Chepstow 13:50 - I Hear A Symphony
2m, Class 5 Novices' Hurdle - Good to Soft

A good performance in Ireland last year prompted a hefty sum of money to change hands, and this bay gelding by Accordion is now with the Phillip Hobbs stable who won this race last year. The form in Ireland looks solid from both previous contested events and I expect a very bold show first time out in Britain.
FELL 10/11f

Backed off the boards from a monring price of 15/8, Phillips Hobbs charge travelled well for the most part and led after the forth flight, before making a novicey mistake and coming down at the last.

Kelso 15:05 - Caipiroska
2m 6f, Class 3 Amateru Riders Handicap Chase - Soft, Good to Soft in Places

The first thing that catches the eye is the jockey booking of Ninna Carberry! The selection did not appear to see out the 3 1/2 mile trip last time out however this 2 mile 6 furlong contest looks right up his street. Plenty of question marks over the rest of the field with the exception of Jimmy Bond who may give our 9 year old most to think about.
3rd 11/8f

Another well backed horse, Caipiroska went off the 11/8f from an opening show of 13/8. Held up for most of the journey, Nina Carberry and her mount made steady progress to jump the last in 2nd, before being out paced on the long run-in and eventually finishing 3rd.