Track form can come to the fore in competitive opener

Credit: Edward Whitaker

Titus
1.55 York
1pt each-wayErik The Red
1.55 York
1pt each-wayShine So Bright
3.00 York
2pts winFinniston Farm
4.50 York
1pt each-way

Horses who have run well at York tend to do so again and there are two in the opening Sky Bet Handicap (1.55) who appeal at decent prices.

The John Smith’s Cup at the track last month is a remarkably strong piece of form, so it’s surprising to see fourth-placed on offer at 16-1.

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Published on 23 August 2018inHorse racing tips

Last updated 17:10, 23 August 2018

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