Robbie Wilders' play of the day at Chester

Copper Knight

1.30 Chester

Getting the rub of the green is even more important in the sprints on the Roodee and Copper Knight stands out in the 5f handicap (1.30) that opens the card.

Copper Knight is known as a York specialist as seven of his 14 wins have come on the Knavesmire, but three were at Chester and he is dangerous back on fast ground off a career-low mark. 

His better-fancied stablemate Manila Scouse has a worse draw and prefers slower ground, while the selection hasn't encountered a quick surface since he finished a close-up fifth in a 20-runner York handicap last August off 8lb higher. 

Copper Knight13:30 Chester

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