March 13, 2024
Melek Alreeh won on his second start of 2024 by taking the Always Gamble Responsibly With BetUK Handicap at Southwell last night.
Ridden by Luke Morris, he was drawn 5 of 7 runners in the mile and a half contest.
He was ridden towards the rear of the field with Luke making headway from over 2 furlongs out, where he got to the front with a furlong to go, just holding off a sustained challenge form Optician who was chasing a five timer, but was denied by Melek Alreeh who won by a short head in a thrilling finish.
The pair were 6 1/2 lengths clear of the rest of the field.
A well deserved win for this son of Lemon Drop Kid and owner Mr Raed El Youssef who is enjoying a great start to 2024.
Trainer David Simcock was there to pick up the trophy.