in touch, pushed along after 4 out, ridden and outpaced after next
held up in mid-division, headway 7th, led approaching last, driven out
held up in touch, pushed along 7th, ridden and outpaced approaching 3 out
towards rear, never dangerous
made most to 4 out, effort 2 out, no extra approaching last
held up in rear, headway approaching 3 out to track leaders, effort when mistake next, soon weakened
towards rear, headway approaching 3 out, outpaced before next, kept on one pace run-in
held up towards rear, headway and in touch 3 out, effort next, kept on under pressure run-in, just held
with leader, led 4 out, headed approaching last, one pace run-in
tracked leaders, slipped and rider lost irons on bend approaching 7th, soon behind, not recover
A number of these have solid claims of the best of their form and not too many can be confidently be ruled out. However, Ryalux, who came good in the Scottish National last season, has been found a good test for his reintroduction, which he is narrowly expected to pass after 203 days out of action. The in-form Hallyards Gael and Bodfari Signet are just a couple of the remainder who will make this a true test though, and the selection will not have an easy time of it today. The front-running antics of Fishki's Lad will ensure there is no hanging about, but Ryalux has the capability to pick up off a strong pace and he can swoop late to conquer in a race that looks set to provide a few thrills right up to the line.