Handicap puzzle solved with preference for previous course maiden winner

Naas: hosts the Flat finale in Ireland on Sunday

Naas: plays host to some superb action on SaturdayCredit: Patrick McCann

Optical Confusion
2.20 Cork
2pts win

Optical Confusion hit the basement price of 1.01 on the exchanges when collared close home at Navan, but he shaped like the best horse in the race and just got lonely on the long run from the last to the line.

The six-year-old has a progressive profile and three miles around a flat track like Cork should be right up his street in the I.N.H. Stallion Owners EBF Novice Hurdle (2.20).

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David JenningsDeputy Ireland editor

Published on 20 October 2018inHorse racing tips

Last updated 17:23, 20 October 2018

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