As the prestigious November Meeting reaches its thrilling conclusion, racing enthusiasts are treated to a superb Sunday of jumps action featuring both Cheltenham's final day and Navan's valuable Troytown Chase.
Final Day Showdown at Cheltenham
Sunday marks day three of the Paddy Power November Meeting at Cheltenham, with horse racing correspondent Jonathan Doidge providing his expert selections for the quality card. The action culminates with the feature Unibet Greatwood Handicap Hurdle, while Navan hosts its own significant handicap chase.
Jonathan Doidge's Sunday Selections
Kim Roque gets the nod in the opening Bottlegreen Novices' Limited Handicap Chase (13.45). Now with trainer Joseph O'Brien, this French-bred gelding has already gained valuable chasing experience in his homeland. Having won over an extended 2m3f on soft ground and placed second in Listed company, he appears well-treated off an official mark of 123.
Torneo represents value in the Hine Solicitors Talking Sense Handicap Chase (14.20). Jamie Snowden's charge arrives on the same mark as his promising reappearance run at Wetherby last month. With only eight starts over fences, there's likely more improvement to come from this 10/1 shot.
Tanganyika is selected to challenge favourite Protektorat in the Oddschecker Handicap Chase (14.55). Venetia Williams' runner has shown progressive form over fences, including a solid second in the Midlands National. With just 10st 3lb to carry and proven stamina, he presents compelling each-way value.
Feature Race Analysis
The Unibet Greatwood Handicap Hurdle (15.30) remains one of the season's premier two-mile handicap hurdles. Interestingly, no favourite has won this contest in the past decade. While the Skelton-trained Mirabad commands respect, stablemate Knickerbockerglory offers attractive each-way prospects at 14/1. Freddie Keighley's 7lb claim and predicted soft ground conditions significantly enhance his chances.
Navan's Troytown Chase Tip
Across the Irish Sea, Navan hosts the valuable Bar One Racing Troytown Handicap Chase (14.32). Gordon Elliott has dominated this race with six winners from the last ten renewals. However, the Gavin Cromwell-trained Yeah Man is selected to challenge the Elliott battalion. Third in this race last year off a 1lb higher mark, he now benefits from a 7lb claiming rider and should improve for his recent reappearance run.
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