High hopes for Hattan

Clive Brittain hopes globetrotting five-year-old Hattan can register a valuable success at home in tomorrow’s Betdirect Winter Derby at Lingfield.

The Halling entire emerged victorious when last seen on these shores at Wolverhampton in January and comes into the 10-furlong contest on the back of four runs at Nad Al Sheba.

Connections are pleased with the way preparations have gone and hope the excursion to Dubai will have a positive effect this weekend.

Speaking on www.rabbahbloodstock.com, racing director Bruce Raymond said: “Hattan certainly looks great in his coat after enjoying some sunshine in Dubai.

“Clive was really happy with how Hattan worked on Wednesday morning – he feels the horse is in good order and is expecting a good run in the Winter Derby.

“Saturday’s race is sure to be competitive but he is a high-class horse and has performed well in Group One company.”