Overview
- Doyen Quest, a ten-length Exeter winner over Quebecois, reopposes in the four-runner Esher Novices’ Chase at 2.20, with the Nicholls runner 2lb worse off at the weights.
- Dan Skelton reports Doyen Quest in good order and suited by Sandown’s trip and track, while Paul Nicholls expects Quebecois to improve but cautions against testing ground.
- Tip sheets recommend Doyen Quest for the 2.20, with talkSPORT pricing him around 2/1 as a suggested single.
- No Drama This End is widely tipped to land the Winter Novices’ Hurdle at 1.45 for Paul Nicholls according to Racing Post assessments.
- Champagne Twist is promoted as a strong each-way play in the 3m handicap chase at 2.55, with Aintree form and Sandown’s stiff finish cited in his favor.