slowly away, always struggling in last pair, tailed off final 2f
led until headed over 2f out, chased leader until approaching 2f out, no impression and lost 3rd final 100 yards
chased leading pair, went 2nd approaching 2f out, driven to lead final 100 yards, comfortably
pressed leader, led over 2f out, driven and headed final 100 yards, not quicken
dwelt, soon chased leaders, ridden halfway, stayed on under pressure to take 3rd final 100 yards but no chance with front pair
dwelt, always struggling in last pair, well behind final 2f
dwelt, soon in touch, driven and beaten 2f out
Cosmopolitan Lady gets the confident vote in the opener with A Nod And A Wink and Festive Tipple rating the main dangers, The selection has had plenty of chances but a reproduction of his latest fourth behind Just Joey sets a fair standard and he need only run up to that mark top score. A Nod And A Wink rates the main danger as he is a well bred type and he is sure to have learnt from his debut experience so should be noted in the market. Festive Tipple is a Tipsy Creek colt and will not have to be anything special to take a hand in the finish. Of the remainder Honest Danger showed a modicum of ability and is sure to improve but he may be seen to better effect over a longer trip in time and for the winner we return to Cosmopolitan Lady.