Carvin Harvester will be aiming to complete William Haggas’ hat-trick at Lingfield this afternoon as he attends a meeting as the trainer’s sole representative.
1.58 Lingfield – Shaped Carbine Harvester confronts Brosay
The in-form Carbine Harvester will be aiming for a hat trick in this quality race. The William Haggas-trained three-year-old has improved since switching to the handicap with wins at Wolverhampton and Southwell, and looks like a winner as he remains at 4lb. .
Brosay believes the biggest danger is that he performed well on his debut with trainer Paul Atwater and should be suitable for the step up to six furlongs.
Dream Voyage and Sergio Parisse completed the shortlist.
2.32 Lingfield – Starshiba & Bowood Contest Trappie Handicap
Jack Morland’s team has been in good form with a number of winners over the past two weeks, and Starshiba will be a favorite after winning a similar contest over the course and distance last month.
Bowood has been narrowly denied his last two starts at Southwell and was granted a better start, which will be scary for him as he seeks his first all-weather success.
Marco Botti’s “aura of invincibility” remains competitive and is another noteworthy aspect.
11.58 Lingfield – Knockbrex, Hitched, Epsom Faithful Special
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Knockbrex has improved for the step up to 12 furlongs when he was course handicapped in his last start, and the five pound penalty looks reasonable despite the drop in distance.
David Simcock’s Hitched ended last year on a high note, but handicappers have reacted accordingly. Epsom Faithful has performed well on this course and distance, so we cannot rule it out.
the best of the rest
James Owen’s Hungai will run in Deva Racing colors at 12.28pm at Lingfield, alongside Moon Over the Sea, who impressed with victory at Wolverhampton on the final day.
Forever Proud could be another lucky last chance for Owen, but he may not be able to run after a comfortable win over Wolverhampton just two days ago.
