JJG

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Backed a couple in advance, though prices may have changed to some extend in the meantime: 
1.30: Supreme Novices Hurdle
It all kicks off with the Supreme – a surprisingly wide open affair this year. No outstanding star in the line up to get us off to a flyer. Though Willie Mullins saddles the favourite yet again.
However I’m  not yet convinced by Melon – though he might well be the real deal – his lack of experience is a big concern, particularly at a short enough price in a race with plenty of substance and alternatives.
Experience and a bit of stamina usually counts for allot in the Supreme and with that in mind two bigger prices come on to my radar:
There is Nicky Henderson’s progressive River Wylde on one hand. An impressive Grade 2 winner at Kempton in February, he’s shaping like an ideal candidate with the likely decent ground sure to suit.
A point to point recruit, he’s been improving all the time since moving to the Henderson yard, resulting in three wins on the bounce, culminating in a slick performance in the Dovecote Novices’ Hurdle.
He beat Elgin that day, mainly because he jumped better. Nonetheless the runner-up is the other one I like here. Not as slick,  bit more workmanlike, but a fine second behind classy Neon Wolf earlier this year, he’s also not stopping to improve with each run and the Alan King yard is quite upbeat about a big run.
Both should be able to outran their price if they are able to keep up with the frantic pace that’s sure to bet set early on.
Selection: 
5pts win – River Wylde @ 10/1 Paddy Power
5pts win – Elgin @ 25/1 Bet365
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4.10: Mares’ Hurdle
Surprise, surprise! Both Limini and Vroum Vroum Mag locking horns in the Mares’ – who’d thought that?! The latter one sets the standard as the convincing winner of this race last year, but she was clearly not right when last seen at Doncaster and whether she is quite 100% after the virus infection is up for debate.
Fair to say that on all evidence plus factoring in potential improvement Limini is the correct favourite. She could have run in the Champion Hurdle and would have not looked out of place there. So she has a serious chance in this race. But I wonder: should she be three or four times the price of Apples Jade? I argue: absolutely not.
The two met last month and Limini won well, but one could argue Apples Jade was back from a small break and will come on for run – probably more so than Limini will. Gorden Elliott’s mare remains to be lightly raced with further progress far from impossible
It’s also been noted by Wullie Mullins that Limini is quite hard on herself, meaning each race takes its toll on her. I wonder whether a big performance as the one she produced only three weeks ago might haven take more out of her than ideal?
All in all at the given prices I do prefer Gordon Elliott’s progressive five year old.
Selection: 
5pts win – Apples Jade @ 5/1 PP
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4.50: National Hunt Novices’ Chase
Every man and his dog seems to be on A Genie In Abottle and that makes perfect sense. But there is no juice left in the price, so looking elsewhere is worthwhile.
Highly speculative and risky, still I like to put forward the case of Tiger Roll. A shaky character, who clearly didn’t quite life up to the promise of his early career. But on his day he can be a classy individual and least we forget he used to be a Triumph Hurdle winner back in the day. Now lining up in a 4 miler seems odd and he may well be found out for stamina, if not for class.
His rating entitles him to have a decent shout, though, and he put a string of decent performances together over the last six races, including a success in the Munster National.
This is a different kettle of fish, but he goes well on decent ground and performed admirably off a break in the past, so it would not surprise me if he outruns his price tag.
Selection:
5pts win – Tiger Roll @ 20/1 Bet365
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5.30: Close Brothers Novices’ Handicap Chase
Big field and you can easily make a case for at least a handful of these. But two stand out in terms of potentially being well handicapped: Itsafreebee is an obvious one. Third in the Neptune behind Yorkhill last year, he’s been not reaching those heights over fences yet but a handy drop in the weights and potentially decent ground should ensure he has a huge chance.
From Ireland I like the chance of Tully East. I feel he he hasn’t been seen to his best in his last two starts, probably with this race and his handicap mark in mind. He won over fences back in December and ran really well in the Martin Pipe last year.
Selection:
5pts win – Itsafreebee @ 12/1 Paddy Power
5pts win – Tully East @ 20/1 Bet365

Day 1 Scores
Jimmy sets a scorching pace with winners at 25/1, 16/1, 8/1 and 7/2

@JJG
Handicaps at 11am the day before.
Grade 1 races usually 48hrs before the race.

Final Table
Well done to Corky for winning the competition this week, he holds on from Xtc and Trotter who also make the podium.
Can the winners send their details as usual to: (Skrill name, PL name and Prize)
[email protected]
 
Final Table & Prizes


 

well done to the winners and thanks for running it guys!

Final Table
Well after 3 cracking days racing we have a tie for first place.
Sirspread found the National winner at 33/1 to join Mr Benn at the top and share the 1st prize
Gbettle takes the bronze medal with a fine total.

Prizes:
1st = Sirspread £37.50
1st = Mr Benn £37.50
3rd : Gbettle £25
Can all winners email team@punterslounge with their Skrill email, PL username and prize being claimed.
Many thanks;
 
Table

 
 

Well done to Boulder who had 5 winners on the first day


 

We shall be running a tipsters competition for the Aintree Festival starting on April 7th The winner and two runners up will receive cash prizes.
 Please find all the rules below. I will put up the selection threads each day and the table each evening. Anyone wanting to enter in advance due to lack of access let me know via PM. No need to register, just turn up on the day
 
Rules:
1 selection per race throughout the 3 days at Aintree Bets settled to £1 level stakes - WIN Only Bets settled at SP Highest accumulative total over 4 days wins £50 cash via >Skrill (follow link to sign up) 2 x Runner Up wins £25 via >Skrill. No edits allowed in selection posts No losses incurred for losers or Non Runners Replacement selections for NR's can be posted but must be before the first race deadline All Bets must be posted prior to the first race each day (no exceptions) Not compulsory to enter all 3 days (so if you miss the first day or two you can still take part) Leaderboard posted each evening All welcome 
 
No need to register
 
 
 

5 winners so far
Corky 11/4, Jedi 2/1, JJG 6/1, Rainbow 7/2 and Xtc 6/4

So looking forward to the first and best major of the year i didn't fancy Rory last year but think he has a great chance this time around. Spieth & Fowler won't be far away imo. for my thoughts and bets on the majors  https://forum.punterslounge.com/topic/138557-golf-majors-thread-2016-~-ted-bangs-in-the-winners-in-2015/?page=2

Hi JJG,
Their webpage will probably become clearer nearer the time, so good idea to 'favourite' it and check back occasionally.
These types of tours often provide both online and live day 1's where you can choose whichever you prefer.
Double check this and also buyin requirement, Party have been known to occasionally require you to buyin via your online account rather than being able to buyin with cash on the day (there would be multiple holding tank tournaments set up, so make sure you pick the right day). I'd say it's also worth following Simon Trumper and/or Rob Yong on Facebook or twitter as DTD are notorious for changing formats/structures etc at the last minute or even after the tournament has already started in an attempt to meet guarantees.
Playing live is always a great buzz, I'm sure you'll love it

A cracking finish to this years competition!
Well done to The Finster who holds on in a photo-finish
JJG and Pankysmooch grab the runners-up prizes
Can all 3 prize winners send their Skrill details plus PL name and prize being claimed to;
[email protected]
 
Many thanks for the support;


 

Well done all

Well done winners!
Appreciate the work as always BH!

Well Done the winners and once again a Big Thanks to Mr BH for all your time doing the sums 

well done guys !
cheers BH.......

Congratulations to the winner and two runners up......well done on posting the daily results so promptly. 

130: who dares wins
210: superb story
250:youknowwhatimeanharry
330:don poli
410:dark lover
450: ibis du rheu
530: arthurs oak

Well thats the easy day out of the way
We'll done to Tipsterix who had winners at 1/4, 11/1, 5/2, 4/6 & 8/1
 

 

Nov 6th
MorphineK gets his deserved winner after some near misses
 

 
 

Nov 4th
Wtrylika shoots to the top after a cracking winner

What do teams need to progress?
This UEFA article explains the permutations for matchday four, including teams who can qualify and those in danger 
http://www.uefa.com/uefaeuropaleague/news/newsid=2298025.html

Nov 3rd
JJG goes top after a fine 22/1 winner

 
 

6.40 wolves jack of diamonds 22/1 bet365 e/w