mid-division, ridden 3f out, soon weakened
mid-division, ridden over 2f out, weakened over 1f out
towards rear, ridden over halfway, kept on final furlong
prominent, ridden over 2f out, kept on one pace from over 1f out
led, headed and ridden over 2f out, gradually weakened over 1f out
switched to far side after 2f and tracked leaders, ridden and led over 2f out, kept on final furlong
tracked leaders, ridden over 3f out, one pace final furlong
towards rear, ridden over 3f out, never dangerous
chased leaders, ridden over 2f out, soon one pace
Possibly the most difficult race on the card and we will give a tentative vote to Fonthill Road, with Ulysees and Sir Don two of many dangers. Richard Fahey has his string in fine fettle and although the selection hasn't seen a racecourse for almost a year fitness should not be a problem. In fact he was successful first time out last term when landing a maiden on the all-weather at Southwell. His turf form also bares close inspection as he landed a similar event at Haydock last May. Ulysees caused a major shock when winning over course and distance on his seasonal bow and is weighted to go close again. Meanwhile Sir Don is now back to a winning mark and should go well at a big price. Bundy and Xanadu are two more horses hitting a bit of form, but on last season's efforts Fonthill Road has strong claims and gets the verdict.