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PreviewOur pick: Limerick Leader

14:00 Southwell: Gents Night Saturday 24th October Handicap Steeple Chase (gbb Race) – preview

3 runners over 3m2f on good ground. Our best selection is Limerick Leader.

CourseSouthwell
RaceGents Night Saturday 24th October Handicap Steeple Chase (gbb Race)
GoingGood
Published13 Oct 2026

The race in brief

A 3-runner chase handicap over 3m2f, Class 4. The official going is Good, so check for any update before the off.

What the facts say

  • Limerick Leader (9yo, Nick Scholfield, OR 114, 11-6) – 15 days since its last run.
  • Axel Bleue (6yo, Mickey Bowen, OR 113, 11-5) – 28 days since its last run.
  • Mumford's Magic (8yo, Dan Skelton, OR 110, 11-2) – 39 days since its last run.

Our view

Best selection: Limerick Leader. 15 days since its last run, a sensible gap.

The case against: Axel Bleue is close on the numbers; handicap marks are meant to level the field.

Others to consider: Axel Bleue and Mumford's Magic.

This is analysis to help you form your own view, not a tip or a guarantee. 18+. If you bet, only stake what you can afford to lose.

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This is analysis to help you form your own view – not a tip or a recommendation to bet.