Bookmakers fear ‘Fallon factor’

LEADING bookmakers are fearing the ‘Fallon factor’ ahead of Saturday’s Vodafone Derby at Epsom.

Bookmakers fear ‘Fallon factor’
Thu, 01 Jun, 2006 - 01:00
Nick Robson

The former champion has been confirmed as the rider of Aidan O’Brien’s Horatio Nelson in the big race, ending speculation after the colt was given the all-clear yesterday morning following a sparkling piece of work on Tuesday.

Ballydoyle also revealed Michael Kinane will ride Dante winner Septimus and Johnny Murtagh will partner Derrinstown Derby Trial winner Dylan Thomas.

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