The force is strong with David O’Meara at the moment so back Empire to strike back.
The Yorkshire trainer has endured a slow start to the season but his horses have begun to run much better in recent weeks. NOMADIC EMPIRE (1.50) was among those from his yard to struggle on his first couple of runs this season.
He also ended last year with a few below-par performances but they came on ground softer than ideal. It all means he’s slipped to a very attractive weight for this Haydock handicap. If he returns to anywhere near his best, he would have to have an excellent chance.
