always towards rear
chased leaders for 4f, soon weakened
held up, ridden along over 7f out, headway over 3f out, chased winner over 1f out, never nearer
held up, hard ridden over 5f out, no impression
held up, headway to chase leaders over 4f out, kept on one-paced final furlong
always mid-division
tracked leaders, hard ridden over 3f out, weakened over 1f out
slowly into stride, towards rear until some late headway, never nearer
tracked leaders, hard ridden over 4f out, stayed on same pace final furlong
held up, some headway over 7f out, weakened over 3f out
Makarim should strip fitter for his reappearance at Kempton recently, where he displayed that he has lost none of his relish for the game. He is a consistent performer and should be thereabouts if he can put in something like his best. Renaissance Lady is another familiar figure who could also figure prominently if she is on song, and they will all have to keep tabs on her if she runs her usual race. However, she may not have things all her own way out in front and Almaydan has far more scope for improvement. Pat Eddery gave him a fine tactical ride last time, but Neil Callan is good enough replacement and another bold show is expected.