Talking Horses: a new peace between British and Irish handicappers

There’s going to be less to argue about in future, alas. Plus, a new rule that makes things tricky for Grand National hopes

I suspect we’ll hear renewed criticism of Phil Smith’s handicapping from Michael O’Leary at some point soon, possibly even today, in response to the publication of the Grand National weights yesterday. But it could be that peace is finally breaking out between the British and Irish jump-racing handicappers, leading to a glorious future with much less bickering over a few pounds here or there and consequently, er, much less to write about.

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Lingfield 1.50 Carouse 2.20 Fiery Breath 2.50 Sweet And Dandy 3.20 Snaffled 3.50 Red Verdon 4.20 Pride Of Angels 4.50 Karam Albaari