prominent and keen, led after 4th to 6th, weakened 3 out
mid-divison, headway 6th, every chance 2 out, soon ridden, weakened last
mid-divison, headway 6th, led after 3 out, ridden and headed last, led again flat, headed last strides
held up in rear, headway after 3 out, ridden and mistake last, stayed on towards finish
held up, headway approaching 7th, ridden 2 out, one pace flat
held up, headway after 3 out, ridden after 2 out, ran on to lead last strides
chased leaders, ridden after 2 out, led and blundered last, soon headed, ran on towards finish
chased leaders to 6th, soon behind
The ultra consistent Ei Ei can be very hard to catch on his day and he is worth playing with as a saver option in what is quite a competitive heat. The unexposed Forum Chris and Sky Warrior are others to consider as shortlist material and, along with Joshua's Bay, should not be too far away at the finish. But Ei Ei's run in the Paddy power Chase last month is head and shoulders above anything else on offer and he will be tough to deal with if he shows the same relish as he reverts to hurdles again. He does have a lot of weight to carry in the context of this race though and will need to be kept up to his work all the way to the finish. Therefore a further interest in Forum Chris is recommended as Sue Smith's charge is a strong galloper, who will not go down without a fight. In summary then, a split stakes interst in EI EI and Forum Chris is advised at the best prices available before the race.
