09 March 2011 Preview: Western - Wadebridge
by Lucy Johnson
PRINCE DE BERSY: among Mens Open possibles
photo: Tim Holt
The Western Point-to-Point at Wadebridge on Saturday has received 90 Entries, with 35 in the Open Maiden.
The first race of the six races is the Confined, which will kick off the card at 12.30pm.
Dare To Dream will be a warm order to follow up his success at Great Trethew a couple of weeks ago where he won that meeting's Confined under Ian Chanin. The Boss Roche ran consistently well last season and could have his inaugural start.
Innocent Rebel won the Ladies Open race last year and Karyn Heard has entered him again while the Intermediate, a qualifier for the Exeter Racecourse Series Final on May 3rd, has attracted plenty who have chances. They include Vicky Wade's Light Touch, recent Great Trethew winner Mayfair Lastchance and Monkerty Tonkerty who was last seen in action when winning at Great Trethew with Jessica Westwood on board.
Mens Open Entries include Prince de Bersy, who was second to Bishy Barnaby at Great Trethew. Acting Tougher and Prudent George were both winners at Buckfastleigh last month and they are entered in the Restricted race.
There will be a range of tradestands, licensed bar and hot food as well as undercover bookies. Tarmac parking ensures access is always easy and there are good viewing areas of the entire course.
All horse Owners can also take advantage of an on-site equine worm egg count. Those interested should bring a fresh sample which will be tested on the day for just £3.
Entrance s £10 per car and driver, £5 for each passenger and children go free.
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