Harry Wilson’s Aintree Day 2 Predictions: “Hard to Catch if Leading Again”
Harry Wilson has weighed up the runners for Aintree’s second day this Friday. Filmogaz.com brings his seven selections and the reasoning behind each choice.
Friday selections
1.45 William Hill Handicap Hurdle (2m4f)
Wilson’s pick: Indeevar Bleu. Sean Bowen rides for trainer Olly Murphy.
- Won readily on handicap-hurdle debut last April.
- Returned with a strong second in a competitive Newbury heat.
- Has already scored over course and distance on his only subsequent start.
2.20 Mildmay Novices’ Chase (Grade 1, 3m1f)
Wilson’s pick: Regent’s Stroll. Harry Cobden takes the mount for Paul Nicholls.
- Ran well when narrowly beaten in the Jack Richards Novices’ Chase.
- Finished the race with a quicker final furlong than one of his rivals.
- Went well over hurdles at Aintree before, and the extra trip could help.
2.55 Top Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1, 2m½f)
Wilson’s pick: Sober Glory. Ben Jones partners the Philip Hobbs & Johnson White-trained horse.
- Showed top-class potential in novice runs earlier this season.
- Lost momentum after a late error in the Supreme but remains the form benchmark.
- He could be Hard to Catch if Leading Again according to Wilson’s view.
3.30 JCB Melling Chase (Grade 1, 2m4f)
Wilson’s pick: JPR One. Brendan Powell will ride for trainer Joe Tizzard.
- Led boldly in the Ryanair at Cheltenham but found the trip too demanding there.
- Shows more pace than staying power, which should suit this course.
- Wilson prefers him to some of the deeper stamina types in the race.
4.05 Randox Topham Handicap Chase (2m5f)
Wilson’s pick: Boombawn. Tristan Durrell is booked for Dan Skelton.
- Has previously won over hurdles at Aintree.
- Produced his two best chase ratings at this circuit.
- Appears well positioned on official figures and should handle the ground.
4.40 Oddschecker Sefton Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1, 3m½f)
Wilson’s pick: Mondoui’boy. Ben Jones rides for trainer Ben Pauling.
- Won his first two hurdles outings impressively.
- Ran a strong fourth in the Albert Bartlett while racing prominently.
- A less demanding track could bring out further improvement.
5.15 Debenhams Handicap Hurdle (2m½f)
Wilson’s pick: Rubber Ball. Miss Gina Andrews takes the reins for Neil King.
- Won readily at Newbury when dropped back to this trip in February.
- Has a solid record over this distance, including several good efforts.
- Course and conditions should suit better than in his more recent outing.
These selections reflect Harry Wilson’s assessments on form, trip and course fit. Markets and conditions can change rapidly, so check latest information before placing bets.
