Royale Pagaille's Peter Marsh Chase Challenge at Haydock

The Met Office predicts that the cold snap may not affect Saturday's races (January 20 2024). The Peter Marsh Chase at Haydock, a £100,000 event, has an interesting contender. This horse, a Grade 1 winner at Haydock, aims to win the handicap with a rating of 166. 

Royale Pagaille excelled in the Grade 1 Betfair Chase at Haydock in November. His performance surpassed his usual level, leading him to a significant win over Bravemansgame. This resulted in his handicap mark rising to 166, matching his career-high. The horse's recent performance arguably deserved a higher rating. Charlie Deutsch may ride him in the upcoming race.

Winning the handicap at 166, outweighing most rivals, would be notable. Royale Pagaille has a strong track record at Haydock and has won this race twice. His last victory in this race was with a slightly lower mark. A repeat of his last performance could make him a strong contender again.