in touch, joint leader from 8th, not fluent 3 out, weakened before next
held up, mistakes 1st and 6th, soon lost touch and never dangerous afterwards
in rear, hit first hard, headway after 9th, soon one pace and weakened 2 out
jumped left throughout, led, hard pressed from 8th, headed and mistake 2 out, one pace after, no chance with winner
held up, in touch 9th, ridden and weakend before 3 out
tracked leader, joined leader from 8th, led 2 out, drew clear before last, pushed out readily
This has the look of a very classy event and Made In Japan can make a winning debut over fences, Bound and Greenhope look the obvious dangers. The selection is a top class hurdler and put up his best performance in April when chasing Cherub in the Group one Punchestown Champion Hurdle. He could be a decent recruit to this game and can win this win with a clear round. Bound made a winning start to his fencing career at Market Rasen last time and could be the one to take advantage if the selection does make a few errors. Greenhope, another decent hurdler, is from a yard in top form and should make his presence felt if handing these larger obstacles. The three mentioned should dominate the betting and the race, but it is Made In Japan that just edges the decision.
