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David Ashforth: The punters' zodiac; (warning: the signs are its not looking good).(Sports)

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From: The Racing Post (London, England)
Date: 20050122
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Byline: David Ashforth

IN THEceaseless search for guidance for punters, we present today's horoscope (with acknowledgments to Ambrose Bierce's Devil's Dictionary). Aquarius (January 21 - February 19)Like a lot of those horses of Len Lungo's, you are well suited to wet conditions. (Horse: The founder and conservator of civilisation.) Consider buying distances at Uttoxeter when it's been chucking it down. Keep an eye open for Towcester. Be wary of Bath, despite the name. Consider having a bet in the Boat Race.

Pisces (February 20 - March 20) Not much of a sign, is it? ...

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