mid-division, headway to track leading pair 3f out, went 2nd over 2f out, ridden to lead narrowly when edged right over 1f out, stayed on under pressure when hard pressed inside final furlong, held on
mid-diviision on outside, outpaced over 2f out, soon ridden, stayed on under pressure inside final furlong to go 3rd towards finish, never troubled leading pair
raced keenly in touch, lost place over 4f out, ridden and kept on same pace final 2f, never on terms
led, ridden and headed narrowly over 1f out, rallied and every chance inside final furlong, held near finish
chased leaders, outpaced over 3f out, soon lost place, weakened over 1f out
tracked leader to over 2f out, ridden over 1f out, kept on same pace, no impression when lost 3rd towards finish
mid-division, raced wide bend over 5f out, ridden to chase leaders over 2f out, weakened final furlong
awkward soon after start, in rear, hard ridden and no impression when saddle slipped and rider lost iron 2f out, never dangerous
behind until ridden and kept on final 2f, never near leaders
Nonrunner
We take a chilly viewpoint on Tres Froide in this race but it is worth noting Aussie Blue whose half-brother Tabaret is a previous course and distance winner whilst APPLAUDE is our selection. The pick has won over this sort of trip at Hamilton last month and has previously shown his ability to handle the course in his sole appearance at this track. Richard Guest has a 25% record at the course this year and can add to that tally today. Tres Froide spent much of her early career in France and has won on both sides of The Channel, including a victory here last year. She has claims but not based on recent form which has been disappointing. Aussie Blue's last win came at this course last year and connections will hope for a repeat today. However his recent performances have been poor and he has a lot to find to challenge for the honours. We side with Applaude who has the best recent form.
Applaude 7-1 (9-7) Held up in touch, effort 2f out, soon hard ridden to challenge, weakened well inside final furlong, 4th of 11, 4l behind Macanta (9-11) at Leicester 1m hcp 0-65 (6) gf.
Aussie Blue (IRE) 8-1 (9-2) Mid-division, switched left and headway over 2f out, soon hung right, weakened inside final furlong, 9th of 13, 9l behind Chicamia (7-13) at Carlisle 1m app hcp (6) gf in May.
Musigny (USA) 25-1 (9-1) Held up towards rear, outpaced over 3f out, never dangerous, 8th of 10, 45l behind Tropical Bachelor (8-13) at Ripon 1m 4f sll hcp 0-60 (6) gd in Jun.
Indian Violet (IRE) 33-1 (9-5) In touch, ridden over 3f out, weakened 2f out, 8th of 9, 16l behind Glenluji (9-1) at Musselburgh 1m hcp 0-65 (6) gd in Jun.
Boy Racer (IRE) 33-1 (10-4) Dwelt, soon chased leaders, ridden halfway, weakened over 1f out, eased when no chance final furlong, 9th of 13, 11l behind Green Poppy (9-13) at Redcar 6f am mdn hcp 0-60 (6) gd in Jun.
Prince Andjo (USA) 50-1 (8-0) Led, headed approaching 4f out, weakened over 3f out, last of 11, 18l behind Simple Jim (9-3) at Redcar 1m 6f hcp 0-60 (6) gf in Jun.
Marillos Proterras 40-1 (8-2) Held up in rear, driven on outside 3f out, stayed on from over 1f out, never nearer, 5th of 12, 4 1/2l behind Red Skipper (8-7) at Ayr 1m 1f hcp 0-65 (6) gd.
Lily Jicaro (IRE) 50-1 (8-3) Early speed, behind from halfway, 13th of 15, 11l behind Emiratesdotcom (8-13) at Bath 6f hcp 0-55 (6) fm.
Obara d'Avril (FR) 33-1 (7-11) Held up in rear, ridden over 2f out, never a factor, 6th of 8, 11l behind Amir Pasha (9-0) at Redcar 1m 6f hcp 0-70 (5) gf.
Petsas Pleasure 12-1 (8-9) Tracked leaders, went 2nd over 3f out, ridden over 2f out, soon weakened, 6th of 7, 21l behind That'll Do Nicely (9-4) at Newcastle 1m 2f hcp 0-70 (5) gf in Jun.
Tres Froide (FR) 8-1 (10-2) In touch on outside, effort on outside 3f out, weakened over 2f out, 6th of 7, 11l behind Aragall (10-7) at Nottingham 1m 2f Ladies Handicap (0-60) (3yo+) (6) gf.
