John Burke

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A bout of man flu kept me from Tuesday’s column, but yesterday’s weak spring sunshine lifted my spirits. With even milder weather ahead, it’s a welcome reminder that spring isn’t far off.

Meanwhile, the Cheltenham Festival preview circuit is about to hit top gear. Incredibly, we’re now just 20 days away from National Hunt racing’s Olympics. It’s all getting very real!

Inside today’s main piece, it’s a case of two columns in one. I’ve highlighted a couple of future winners from the weekend’s racing. Plus, I kick off the build-up to Saturday’s big races and look at one of the Ludlow handicaps.

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Inside today’s main piece you can read my take on a solid Saturday of racing.

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Inside today’s main piece, I’m previewing Friday’s most valuable race at Southwell.

Hi all,

Today, I’m taking a quick look at Saturday’s action at Ascot, including the Grade 1 Betfair Ascot Chase. Plus, a brief glance at Thursday’s card at Sandown.