Nick Bradley is preparing to compete in the Hilary Needler Trophy at Beverley with a two-pronged strategy. The Yorkshireman is determined to make a mark at his local racecourse, where the conditions event is a highlight of the season and has been dominated by local trainers in recent years. Bradley, the managing director of popular syndicates bearing his name, has teamed up with Karl Burke from Middleham to run two fillies, Larchill Lass and Invincible Annice, in the race.
Both fillies have recently opened their accounts with wins and are expected to be competitive once again. Larchill Lass impressed with a strong performance at Carlisle, while Invincible Annice won a seller at Musselburgh and has received a boost from the success of the horse that beat her on debut. Despite Larchill Lass being the favourite, Bradley believes both fillies have strong chances depending on their draw.
Bradley is confident in the abilities of both fillies, with Larchill Lass showcasing a "monstrous performance" at Carlisle and Invincible Annice showing promise despite her recent seller win. The timely boost from Francisco's Piece's Listed win in France has only added to the confidence in Invincible Annice's prospects. Bradley is pleased with both fillies' progress and believes they have what it takes to be competitive in the prestigious event.