“Mild for the time of year….”
What percentage of casual conversations begin with weather assessments….??
It is mild. Unseasonably so…
Not a hint of a frost yet. But the berries on the trees are bountiful which, apparently, is a sign of a hard winter ahead. But I suspect that I say that every year and that a “White Christmas” in these parts remains about as likely as QPR winning the Premier League in the next 5 years…
Miracles do happen. Leicester City. Foinavon. World Cup super over. Belgian Bill. Jonny’s drop kick…
The Racing headlines are dominated by two themes right now…
A good story. The return to action of some old National Hunt friends. Cheltenham is only 4 months away. Those ante post prices fluttering around already…
A less good story. Continued concern over a potential hike in Gambling Taxes at Rachel’s upcoming chat from the Dispatch Box. Rumours swirling. Most of them unsettling, and plenty of wise folk warning of the potentially catastrophic impact upon our sport…
We just have to hope that considered lobbying has hit the target and that there is understanding of the potential long term impact. Hoping against hope….??
No runners now until after the 10 day flat racing break. There will be plenty of jockeys on beaches across social media….
