tracked leaders on inner, not clear run 2f out until squeezed through entering final furlong, quickened to lead final 100 yards
behind, ridden halfway, kept on same pace from over 1f out
chased leaders, kept on same pace final furlong
held up behind leaders, effort to lead approaching final furlong, not quicken and headed final 100 yards
led to over 1f out, weakened quickly
outpaced in rear, effort on outside, kept on under pressure inside final furlong, no danger
Although eleven pounds higher than for her Catterick win, Musical Fair looked unlucky at Doncaster next time and could go well here at a decent price. She had earlier finished fractionally behind Intellibet One at Catterick also, but is weighted to turn the tables. The latter remains in good heart but will need to improve again to get the winner's rug. Playtime Blue runs here under a penalty following a course and distance win and, on the back of that game effort, will have his supporters. Bahamian Belle is actually nine pounds better off with the selection for the length-and-a-quarter she finished behind her at Catterick in July so she too is entitled to consideration, although she is still a maiden. Blessed Place is also much better off with the selection based on their Redcar runs on July 6, but his sole success was an all-weather one. Mardoof looks vulnerable off topweight, Frascati's three wins have all come on the all-weather, and St Ivian, who ran well here in May, is now on a higher mark and his sole win has also come on an artificial surface. The bottom pair are racing from out of the weights, and even though Ela Figura is racing in a first-time visor, more is needed on the basis of form. Once again, then and with Darryll Holland booked, Musical Fair should give you a good run for your money.
