held up, reminders 4th, behind when pulled up after 7th
tracked leaders, hit 6th, weakened 3 out
held up in touch, led after 3 out, hit last, ridden out
held up towards rear, headway 8th, soon ridden, weakened 3 out
held up, behind when pulled up after 7th
led, clear 5th, hit 8th, ridden and headed after 3 out, weakened after next
close up, struggling 8th, behind from next
close up, ridden 7th, behind from next, pulled up before 2 out
Some real characters come into opposition here but the resurgent form of Pontius is enough to sway the vote in his favour. The turning of the ground has revitalised the gelding and he can score at the expense of Tosheroon and Picture Palace, who may need a little more cut in the ground. Jaseur, a one-time favourite for the Ebor on the Flat, has lacked consistency over the last couple of season, but is not one to give up on completely yet. Whilst Fandango De Chassy has chances on the pick of his form but can be prone to the occasional off day.