Rode out at Southwell today , tomorrow in at Howards and then off to Fakenham with a good chance on one of Noel Wilsons in the last. Hexham Weds, then big weekend - jumps season really starting to crackle.
Here are my ten to follow for the year -
Cue Card - what a great engine this horse has - looked immense on Friday at Cheltenham
Imperial Commander - sets the gold cup standard, think that Kauto and Denman might still have a say but think Imperial has a great chance of winning again
Big Bucks - just simply top class
and for those who follow 415 -
Solwhit - like him a lot as he battles and stays, will pick up lots of prize money in Ireland
Hurricane Fly - injured most of the season last year, has a good turn of foot
Golden Silver - fantastic in Ireland huge chance of winning a big race
and four from my trainers / rides -
Raysrock - like him a lot , real trier and should run well throughout the winter when fully tuned up
Dancedintothelight - very unlucky at Wetherby a horse that is well regarded if he improves his jumping
The Knoxs - like him a lot unlucky novicey fall last week but rides as class act
and the best for last Rocking Blues - as nice a horse as I have sat on for bumpers hopefully will be top class for the Dobbins
A winner this week would be nice with a busy weekend hoepfully yielding plenty of chances.