2.17 2m. 4f. 198yds. 10 Declared. Radio Carlisle Taxis Novices' Handicap Chase (Class 5 ) of £7,250.00 5-y-o plus
1st - €3,829.00 2nd - €1,762.00 3rd - €881.00 4th - €441.00 5th - €220.00
Formscan - Empty Nest justified favouritism at Newcastle on his most recent start and should mount a bold bid to complete a double, despite having a 3lb higher mark to contend with. However, TOP OF THE BAY gets the vote. Sam England's eight-year-old was denied by half a length into second at Newcastle earlier in the month and can defy his 1lb rise for that display. Yes And Yes completes the shortlist.