mid-division, ridden 2f out, never on terms
always towards rear
dwelt and behind, headway 3f out, ridden to challenge when not much room and hit over head with whip inside final furlong, held towards finish
dwelt and behind, headway over 2f out, ridden and hung left, over 1f out, led inside final furlong, kept on
led, ridden over 1f out, headed no extra final furlong
tracked leader, ridden to challenge 2f out, faded inside final furlong
in touch, ridden 2f out, weakened 1f out
chased leaders, ridden and effort 2f out, soon weakened
chased leaders, ridden over 1f out, one pace inside final furlong
always behind
mid-division, ridden to chase leaders 2f out, no impression from over 1f out
Master Robbie caused a bit of shock when landing an all-weather handicap recently and should go close despite top-weight, but on this occasion we will side with Dr Thong, Les Arcs may do best of the others. The selection was a very game winner at Leicester in July and has since put in some sound performances in defeat. The best of which was a two length second behind Flying Adored at Goodwood. He has gone well fresh in the past, and looks the one to beat here. Master Robbie beat Lygeton Lad in terrific fashion last week-end, he should be involved in the finish but may find one or two better handicapped. Les Arcs has has been running consistently well on the all-weather and still looks on a fair mark. He will relish the ground and the trip and looks the main threat to the selection. Kirkby's Treasure and Little Jimbob look the pick of the remainder, but it is back to Dr Thong for our idea of the winner.
