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Edmundson Electrical Torquay Novices' Handicap Chase (GBB Race)
Prediction Leader
Franigane (FR)
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Sole win came in a 2m hurdle in February 2021 but long absences have interrupted his career in recent years; however, his hunter chase form reads notably well for a return to handicaps off what looks a workable mark on debut for Paul Nicholls and he won't be inconvenienced by any easing in the ground.
Rest of field
Dunkerque (DEN)
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Completed a hat-trick when winning at Kelso (extended 2m5f) ten days ago, making it 2-2 over fences, with all victories coming on good ground (handles soft); had a hard enough race there and shoulders a penalty here, so the booking of 5lb claimer William Shanahan looks a positive and another bold showing can be expected if this run doesn't come too soon.
Doc McCoy (IRE)
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Five-time hurdle winner but 0-6 over fences; hasn't had much go his way since scoring in October but he was still in contention when unseating three out over fences last time in a race won by Dunkerque; now 10lb better off with that rival and he should be competitive given a change in fortune; forecast rain is a concern though.
Vengeance (GB)
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0-12 over hurdles and, while there have been hints of encouragement off a sliding mark, he hasn't looked like capitalising and now faces a stiff task from out of the weights on chase debut.