tracked leader, led 2f out, soon ridden clear approaching final furlong, ran on
led, ridden and headed 2f out, kept on same pace
mid-division, ridden halfway, never dangerous
slowly into stride, soon pushed along in rear
tracked leaders, ridden and weakened over 2f out
held up, effort when hung left over 1f out, kept on one pace
keen, held up, ridden halfway, never dangerous
tracked leading pair, ridden over 2f out, chased winner approaching final furlong, kept on one pace
This could be a good opportunity for Mark Johnston's newcomer Annemasse to make a winning debut, with Grand Symphony and Popolo the best of those with runs already under their belts. The betting will provide a major clue to the chances of the selection however this looks a fairly weak maiden so he wouldn't have to be a world-beater to land the contest. This six furlong trip looks the right place to start at on breeding and he should go well. Kelamon should be all the wiser today after his debut and with the step up in trip expected to suit, he has place claims. As does Grand Symphony who was beaten less than length last time out. However she may be of more interest when seen in a handicap, whilst Popolo has dropped back into maiden company after some consistent efforts in handicaps. This easier race should give her a great opportunity to finally get her head in front however she had no excuses last time out behind Imprimis Tagula so cannot be truly fancied today. Tim Pitt's Bijouterie could be of interest if she has strengthened up over the winter. The Ted Easterby trio Moonlight Applause, Mr Whoppit, and Feels Like Heaven should be monitored closely in the betting, however for the winner we will return to Mark Johnston's Annemasse.
Annemasse Anabaa colt, half-brother to 5f winner Dance Anthem and 7f winner Dream Mountain.
Kelamon 18-1 (9-3) Hampered start, outpaced, never on terms, 5th of 9, 6l behind Ronnie Howe (9-3) at Southwell 5f 3yo mdn aut (5) fbs.
Mr Whoppit Lake Coniston gelding, half-brother to winning sprinter The Fugative.
Bijouterie 11-2 (8-5) Went right start, always behind and soon outpaced, 9th of 10, 11l behind Steelcut (8-9) at Redcar 5f nov stk (5) gd in May.
Danum Diva (IRE) 50-1 (9-0) Chased leaders weakened 2f out, 14th of 15, 23l behind Ransom Captive (9-0) at Redcar 7f 2yo mdn fll (4) gd in Sept.
Grand Symphony 11-2 (8-7) Prominent, ridden to chase winner 1f out, stayed on same pace, 2nd of 7, 1/2l behind Divertimenti (8-11) at Lingfield 6f mdn stk (5) pol.
Moonlight Applause 20-1 (8-10) Led far side, ridden and headed over 2f out, soon weakened, 14th of 16, 18l behind Yerevan (8-8) at Nottingham 6f 2yo mdn fll aut (4) gd in Jun.
Popolo (IRE) 9-2 (8-12) Took keen hold, held up, headway over 2f out, stayed on inside final furlong, 2nd of 8, 1 1/2l behind Imprimis Tagula (9-3) at Southwell 6f 3yo mdn (5) fbs.
Feels Like Heaven Mull of Kintyre filly, half-sister to 5f winner Miss Twti.
