Nicky Richards hopes the burden of top weight will not stop Mister Marker from putting up a bold bid in the Betfred Eider at Newcastle on Saturday.
The eight-year-old has been left with the task of carrying 11st 12lb after the weights were raised 9lb due to the defection of the top two in the handicap, Arbor Supreme and Swincombe Rock, at the final declaration stage. However, Richards reports his charge in fine shape ahead of the four-mile-one-furlong stamina test.
"Having to carry top weight doesn't help the job, but he's in good condition and I'm very happy with the horse. It's a shame they haven't had a bit of rain because he acts very well on soft ground and he's got a long way to go with top weight. Hopefully that won't be such a big problem. He's fine and I'm looking forward to running him," said the Greystoke trainer.
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