In Monday’s major race at Naas, my friend Alfie (6.40) can be the bettor’s friend. Last year, the four-year-old only got better, eventually earning a spot in Group Three at the Curragh. He can pick up where he left off in the Listed Anglesey Lodge Equine Hospital Woodlands Stakes. The horse “makes me look good,” according to trainer Ger Lyons, who anticipates that My Mate Alfie will continue to grow and win more respectable awards this season. After charging into the track last month, NOBLE NATION (6.10) was pounded by the handicapper with a 15-pound raise. He did, however, receive the necessary soft ground in the Family Fun Day May 18th Handicap since he was so impressive that day. WYVERN is taking a nap to score for crack amateur rider Simon Walker at Wolverhampton at 5.50.
The six-year-old can benefit from a favorable handicap rating and has made clear indications that he is getting back to his best. He can weave a route from a favorable draw, but his rider will need to settle him. After an unfortunate seventh at Doncaster last month, PROMETHEAN (6.30, nb) plunged into a lot of notebooks. Although David Menuisier’s gelding is still a maiden, Windsor would be a nice place for him to go. Although it will be necessary to trust Promethean’s capacity to handle rapid ground, Tom Marquand handles the steering. Astute trainer Ivan Furtado was able to avoid a penalty as CITY OF STRANGERS (4.40) zoomed home at Redcar on Monday. She prevailed because fillies may be lethal at this time of year when they are slowing down! The Daily Star is launching a daily racing pullout from Monday April 28. It means readers will get the best tips, racecards and coverage six days a week in your favourite newspaper.
