LOCAL TRAINERS CAN RULE KNAVESMIRE

FALASTEEN should be backed each-way in the Symphony Group Handicap at 1400.

Kevin Ryan's sprinter went close at the track two starts back before running a blinder in the Epsom Dash, despite finding himself further back than normal.

Often ridden aggresively, he has proven in the past that York is an ideal course ( Knavesmire form figures read 1 5 11 2) and this trip of just beyond five furlongs should suit him down to the ground.

He's drawn next to some very speedy horses so doesn't have to lead but, granted a break after Epsom, he should be ready to run a very big race despite a career-high mark.

The sportingbet.com Nursery at 1615 is very competitive, but NEARLY A GIFT is another each-way selection.

Tim Easterby has a good record in the race and this Tagula filly should relish a little bit of cut in the ground.

Normally a Pontefract maiden winner who is allotted a mark of 82 might not be of too much interest, but she showed at Newmarket on her nursery debut that she can win off that sort of mark and she is only 2lbs higher today.

She didn't seem to act in the dip at HQ last time and should be more at home on this track. There may be one or two better treated than her but we know she has the ability to run into a place at least.

INGLEBY SPIRIT is yet another each-way selection, this time in the Patrington Haven Leisure Park Handicap at 1650.

Richard Fahey's gelding was passed over by Paul Hanagan when victorious at Pontefract first-time up this season and the same happens today, but that's no bad thing as super-sub Barry McHugh takes the reins again.

Following his win he seemed to resent Epsom's unique track, but then ran ok here under apprentice Laura Barry despite a poor draw. Again at Redcar last time he wasn't well-berthed however a draw of six today looks ideal.

He should relish the bit of cut in the ground and his new mark of 90, just 4lbs higher than at Pontefract, should enable him to get very competitive indeed.

Recommended bets

Falasteen e.w. in 1400 York

Nearly A Gift e.w. in 1615 York

Ingleby Spirit e.w. in 1650 York

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