tracked leader, led 3 out, headed last, soon rallied and every chance, stayed on under pressure to lead again close home
held up in touch, went 3rd 3 out, every chance next, led last, headed and no extra closing stages
chased leaders, effort when hit 3 out, soon weakened
led until 3 out, jumped left next, kept on same pace
BABY KING is the selection without any great deal of confidence. He did win at Perth a year ago off a 5lb higher mark and has been taking on decent opposition this season. All Is Good has placed in four of his seven chase starts but no obvious excuse was forthcoming after a poor showing last time at Taunton. Billy Hicks has yet to show much aptitude for chasing and teenager Spock will be carrying 26lb more than his allotted weight.
Baby King (IRE) 10-1 (11-8) at Hereford 2m hcp (3) gs in Mar.
All Is Good (IRE) 11-4 (11-9) at Taunton 2m 2f hcp (4) gd in Apr.
Billy Hicks 8-1 (11-12) 8th of 13, 29 1/4l behind Mrs Vonn (10-6) at Kelso 2m 6f hcp (4) gs in Apr.
Spock (FR) 16-1 (10-9) 6th of 7, dist behind Cap Horner (11-7) at Fontwell 3m 2f hcp (5) sft in Mar.