jumped well, held up, headway 7th, chased leader 4 out, led next, ran on
close up, lost place 8th, ridden and some headway 13th, behind from 4 out
chased leaders, ridden 13th, never troubled leaders
led after 1st, headed 5th, led again 14th, ridden and headed 3 out, chased winner until weakened last
tracked leaders, led 5th, clear next, headed 14th, pulled up before next
A disappointing turn out for the prize money on offer but it represents a good opportunity for Strong Magic who gets the TEAMtalk vote. The 10-year-old has proved a model of consistency this term having twice finished runner-up in slightly better grade off similar marks. Easton Gale took this event twelve months ago and is well treated off a 1lb higher mark but ran poorly on his comeback last month and can't be backed with confidence while Emperor's Magic and Stanmore both appear to be high enough in the weights after recent wins.
