IVANE continues to thrive for James Owen and can garner a fifth victory for the yard on the back of his ready Sedgefield success. Neither of his opponents, thriving stablemate Shantou Lucky and Jeffery's Cross, can be ruled out.
Ivane
Shantou Lucky
Jefferys Cross
Win or Each Way
Each Way terms: 1/1 odds for first 1 places
4. Shantou Lucky
J: Nathan HowieT: James Owen
F: 0-5P11113
Price History:
2.38
Age:
8
Weight:
11-2
Gear:
visor and tongue strap
Official Rating:
113
Days Since Last Run:
32
Verdict
Completed a four-timer for his current yard at Newton Abbot in September. Excellent third of 6 in handicap chase (6/4) at Southwell (24.3f, good to firm) 32 days ago when conceding first run so he's a player once more.
3. Ivane
J: Sean BowenT: James Owen
F: 23-321F11
Price History:
2.38
Age:
7
Weight:
11-7
Gear:
visor
Official Rating:
118
Days Since Last Run:
15
Verdict
Better than ever and likeably consistent over hurdles and fences since joining the James Owen stable, bagging a fourth win for the yard in staying Sedgefield handicap chase 15 days ago. Up another 6 lb but looks hard to beat.
1. Jefferys Cross
J: Mr Sean O'ConnorT: Dan Skelton
F: 2/3P41-233
Price History:
3.50
Age:
9
Weight:
12-1
Gear:
cheekpieces
Official Rating:
126
Days Since Last Run:
8
Verdict
Landed a 3m hunter chase at Ludlow in April and advanced his form when third of 7 in handicap chase at Fontwell (26f, good) 8 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and firmly in the picture.