prominent, ridden over 4f out, weakened over 2f out
held up bhd, ridden over 5f out, hdwy over 2f out, hrd ridden to lead close home, all out
led, headed over 6f out, weakened over 2f out
midfield, ridden halfway, soon bhd
midfield, ridden over 4f out, soon beaten
close up, ridden over 3f out, kpt on same pace
in touch, ridden to chase leader over 2f out, weakened ins fnl furlong
held up, headway 5f out, ridden over 3f out, weakened over 1f out
Although Treasure Trail and Triple Play make some appeal on what they have shown on turf, the way that the surface was acting at yesterday's meeting would count against the chance of a newcomer taking to the track. Those who tried to mount a challenge from off the pace found themselves engulfed in a cloud of dust and many appeared to be resenting the kickback. Therefore a tentative vote goes to Montoya, who has gone well here in the past and posted a possible return to form at Brighton last time. Broughton Zest also has to be considered after her performance at Sandown last time, despite being well held on both her previous visits to Southwell.