There are few prestige jumping trophies missing from Paul Nelson’s mantlepiece, but the Great Northern Steeplechase is one that has eluded the Hastings trainer.
Lauren Brennan, trainer from Cambridge, is pondering a shot at the Great Northern Hurdle (4200m) with English Gambler after his recent victory at Te Rapa.
Turn The Ace returned to his favourite track at Te Rapa on Saturday and bounced back into the winner’s enclosure with a dominant front-running victory.
13 horse racing meetings are scheduled around Australia today. See the top tips and quaddie selections for free here at Horsebetting.com.au for July 8.