held up, headway 7th, going well 10th, blundered next, weakened 3 out, tired when fell last
mid-division, ridden 9th, stayed on one-paced from 4 out
held up in touch, headway 9th, led after 2 out, went left and awkward last, ran on well flat
mid-division, lost touch 8th, behind when pulled up before 3 out
mid-division, mistake 3rd, well behind when fell 4 out
tracked leaders, led 6th, headed 9th, led again 11th, chased winner and every chance 2 out, weakened approaching last, lost 2nd place flat
in rear, ridden 9th, well behind when pulled up approaching last
tracked leaders, prominent 12th until weakened quickly next
behind, blundered 9th, well in rear when pulled up approaching 4 out
led, joined after 6th, led again 8th, headed 11th, weakened 12th, behind when pulled up before 2 out
held up in rear, headway 9th, chased leaders 4 out, every chance 2 out, kept on well and took 2nd place flat
Cadougold (FR) Consistent performer for the powerful Pipe stable; won in extremely testing conditions last time; bold bid expected to defy top-weight.
Skycab (IRE) Capable of winning this if at best; has been freshened up after a disappointing effort last time and should not be overlooked.
A Piece of Cake (IRE) A decent novice who is looking to prove himself in this type of company; ran well behind a top-class performer last time; one for the shortlist.
Jacdor (IRE) Has fallen on last two outings; may be best watched.
Special Agenda (IRE) Capable performer on his day, stepped up in distance here; however, prefers a turning track and difficult to see him winning today.
Dulas Bay Has shaped well on all outings this year, winning twice but also falling twice when going well; difficult to place too much faith in his jumping but could put in a strong challenge if staying on his feet.
Wise Reflection (IRE) Consistent performer who could appreciate this drop in distance; does not seem to quite get three miles and a leading contender here.
Royal Event Won a weak race at Wincanton in November; has disappointed in better company since; best overlooked.
Muldova (IRE) Close-up third last time out at Folkestone; will appreciate this longer distance but this is a better race.
Jymjam Johnny (IRE) Difficult to enthuse about after lengthy absence.
Murray's Million Consistent performer for his connections; difficult task at these weights.
Stately Home (IRE) A prolific winner over the years; however, may be best overlooked after lengthy absence.
Over The Water (IRE) Fell last time out but could put that behind him today; should be thereabouts.
