The Daily Yankee:

NAP OF THE DAY:  Meshardal, (1640 Catterick), 1pt win, 3/1 generally available 

Ruth Carr’s 8yo has course form reading 42110211.  He is on the same rating as when winning here last July, and after a quiet few comeback runs on the all weather, he showed hugely encouraging form when staying on nicely for a close 4th last time.  The stable is buzzing now with 5 wins in the last two weeks, and all looks set for Meshardal to add to his Catterick credentials.

Italian Riviera, (1610 Catterick), 9/2:  Ken Slack’s veteran looked as good as ever when racing with great promise on his comeback on the all weather recently.  He has won 3 out of 6 appearances here, and unlike some of his leading rivals he is thoroughly proven at this trip. Jockey Paul Mulrennan rides this unique track well and a big run is expected.

Dream Machine, (1950 Windsor), 9/2:  no surprise to see money pouring on this fella.  He was consistent but a little wayward for trainer Michael Bell last year.  Now he transfers to the yard of Neil Mulholland who rightfully has earned a reputation for improving new arrivals.  He has every right to improve from 3 to 4, and also after receiving a wind operation.

Gossip Column, (2020 Windsor), 13/2:  last week at Chester excellent trainer Ian Williams showed his ability to improve new recruits with a couple of high profile victories for horses recently acquired by owner Marwan Koukash.  Gossip Column was with Charlie Hills last year and showed enough to suggest a mark of 68 is workable.  The Williams effect can make the difference.

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