THRILLA BY MANILA

Channon's improver can set pulses racing in tight contest at Wetherby

- BY JOE PUNTER

MANILA THRILLER (4.0) can deliver a knockout blow to her rivals at Wetherby.

After the thrilling end to the Jumps season and the trials for some of the Flat classics over the past few days, it's bread and butter stuff today.

Nonetheless, there are some large fields, which means one or two value bets are available.

Manila Thriller falls into that category as victory last time out can be marked up despite being a career best.

Jack Channon's filly responded to a positive ride when quickening away to get the job done at Nottingham.

The effort was also highly noteworthy due to the fact the jockey dropped the whip but hands and heels were still enough to get the job done.