tracked leaders, ridden over 3f out, weakened over 1f out
held up in rear, ridden over 3f out, stayed on approaching final furlong, no chance with winner
led, ridden over 3f out, headed over 2f out, faded inside final furlong
tracked leader, ridden over 3f out, led over 2f out, drew clear final furlong, ran on well
held up in touch, pushed along 4f out, kept on same pace final 2f
Desert Fighter Veteran who is a prolific winner at this level; in good heart (won over C&D latest) and has excellent chance here despite 6lb penalty.
Filial (IRE) Makes little appeal at the weights.
Mithraic (IRE) Took this event twelve months ago but hard to fancy on these terms and returns from absence.
Most Stylish Lightly raced on the Flat but is a winner over hurdles; has been out of form over timber of late but should still offer the biggest danger to Desert Fighter.
Three Cherries Modest performer who is difficult to fancy here.