Romeo Command’s ante post price of 4/1 was halved after his impressive first round win in the Blue Riband at Towcester.

Patrick Janssens’ track record holder dominated throughout and was the only runner to break 29.00. They then bet 9/2 Newinn Syd (from 11/2), 6/1 Ower Mystery, Signet Goofy, 14/1 Savana Shay, 16/1 Burj Khalifa, Fabulous Sonique 20s bar.

Here are assistant racing manager Paul Johnson’s views on the first round:

Watch the first round videos in slow motion

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Semi finals


Romford received 35 entries for the Cat 1 Coral Essex Vase and 46 for the Coral Silver Maiden. Both draws are due to take place later today (Monday)


Developers Taylor Wimpey are marketing the properties of the next stage of the Lady Lane development at Swindon according to the Swindon Advertiser website.