Horse racing tips: Build the bank for Royal Ascot with three big value picks
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LONGSHOT
BELLA LOVE (4.50 Carlisle)
She is coming down the weights and getting back on soft turf can bring improvement in what looks a very modest contest.
EACH-WAY THIEF
FACT OR FABLE (5.05 Chepstow)
He has winning form over this C&D and went close at Brighton last time out.
TEE AITCH AYE (5.25 Carlisle)
He hasn't been asked too many questions in maidens and should take a big step forward on this handicap debut.
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