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Shaws Diamond runs at Wolves today

Our co-owned nag, Shaws Diamond, is making her first run of 2012 today. After a winter break she returns in the 5.00 at Wolverhampton this afternoon.

Her trainer, Derek Shaw said "If we already had a run under our belts after the break I'd fancy our chances.  As it is, I think we still could be thereabouts - but I won't be surprised to see her travel really well but then weaken a furlong out because she's just lacking that race fitness and the edge it puts on a horse."

"I'm just delighted that she's back and looking and feeling great as she's a lovely mare to have around the place and there certainly won't lack any commitment from her in this race.  Although I think she can run well, tomorrow I would just settle for her coming back safe and sound becuase there still plenty of racing left in her this winter."

As he says, whatever the result tomorrow, the primary goal will be to see her fit and happy after the race in order to plan another group of races for her.

Given the positive vibe Derek has given it might be prudent to back Shaw's Diamond each-way.  However, it's probably wise to give horses a wide berth coming back after a break.

I will be there and will tweet her progress from the racecourse.