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Bright start for big finish: Simon Nott has been out following the money at Brighton and Ascot

Bright start

I rarely get to Brighton, it’s a fair schlep from the Shire, but I do enjoy the racing there when the opportunity arises.
Over the last three years I’ve been going for these three days in August to cover the betting ring for Star Sports who have sponsored the festival which is their local course, this was the fourth.

Crowd gathers for Shergar Cup at Ascot. Inset: Kaan and Star Sports payout after 40 to 1 winner

There is a certain something about Brighton Racecourse, perched high up on top of the hill overlooking the town and on to the sea.
There’s a unique atmosphere up there on the cour...

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