Signposts: Classic contender Gavota can deliver for Charlton

Empty acres at Ayr on Saturday after the loss of its big Western meeting

Ayr: stage the Scottish Grand National on SaturdayCredit: John Grossick

Eve Johnson Houghton is a trainer in form and she has five runners. The pick of those is On To Victory in the 6.45 at Nottingham. The gelding progressed well last season and there looks to be more to come over today’s distance.

Roger Charlton runs Classic hope Gavota in the 2.35 at Newbury. She is the trainer’s only runner this weekend and he does particularly well at this time of year. Connections of the filly will be hoping she’ll be contesting better races later in the season.

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Published on 20 April 2018inHorse racing tips

Last updated 18:58, 20 April 2018

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