led, headed 4f out, stayed prominent until weakened over 1f out
always prominent, ridden 4f out, kept on under pressure to take 2nd inside final furlong, no chance with winner
prominent, chased leader after 3f, led 4f out, headed over 1f out, not quicken and lost 2nd inside final furlong
towards rear, ridden and headway over 3f out, weakened over 1f out
close up until weakened over 2f out
dwelt, held up in rear, smooth headway over 3f out, led over 1f out, ran on well
prominent until ridden and weakened over 3f out
behind, hard ridden 3f out, no headway final 2f
Indian Blaze has taken on a new lease of life since the turn of the year, picking up three races along the way, but it looks as though the Handicapper may well have his measure now. Habitual front-runner Forty Forte could struggle to lead from his draw, while Perfidious, without a win for over two years, clearly finds it difficult to get his head in front, but he looked to turn in an improved effort when just touched off by Shami last weekend. A reproduction of that effort would make him difficult to beat and he is a tentative choice to see off his rivals. He may have most to fear from Shaman, who is only 3lbs higher than when successful here back in January. He will again be ridden by Shane Kelly, who rides this track so well. Tarawan runs off the same mark as when just touched off by Bravura last week and is another worthy of consideration
