NewburyFri, December 01, 2023

13:50 Newbury

Coral John Francome Novices' Chase (Grade 2) (Formerly Known As The Berkshire) (Gbb Race)

Class 1 | 4yo+

Winner £28,475 - 6 runners

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Going: Good to Soft

Surface: Turf

Race Tip

HERMES ALLEN (2) is three from five over fences including triumphing in a G1 at the course.Has two wins resumed and rates a major player returning from a break in which he received wind surgery.NICKLE BACK (4) made it two comprehensive victories from two chase runs since making his seasonal reappearance in October.Displays a high cruising speed and seems to get into a nice rhythm.Danger.MARBLE SANDS (3) travelled strongly and won with a bit in hand at Ayr last month.Feared.COLONEL MUSTARD (1) has made the frame in his last five races.Shortlist.