led to 14th, weakened quickly, pulled up and dismounted approaching last
in touch, driven and lost touch 9th, tailed off when pulled up before 14th
tracked leaders to 13th, weakened and soon behind
tracked leader, challenged 2 out, led last, held on under pressure flat
held up in touch, headway 13th, led next, headed last, rallied flat, just held
in rear and blundered 2nd, lost touch 5th, tailed off when pulled up before 13th
A cracking little handicap to start the day, and not many can be confidently ruled out. Earthmover is a consistent yardstick and acts on any ground. He had a busy time of things last season but ran with credit each time. He was faced with an impossible task last time but returns to a more realistic target here. Ardent Scout and Amberleigh House also have strong claims on the pick of their form and are worthy of support if the price is right. Zaggy Lane is another tough little performer who is suited by a test of stamina but he is proving to be hard to win with these days.