tracked leader, led over 2f out, headed inside final final furlong, rallied to lead again post
tracked leaders, ridden to challenge over 1f out, ridden to lead inside final furlong, headed post
held up mid-division, headway over 2f out, chased leaders over 1f out, never on terms
led until over 2f out, soon weakened
held up mid-division, headway to chase leaders over 1f out, never troubled leaders
dwelt, held up in rear, headway under pressure over 1f out, never on terms
chased leaders, pushed along over 6f out, weakened over 3f out, eased
held up towards rear, headway when hung left over 1f out, never dangerous
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Swords runs off a realistic mark but is bang out of form, however with championship challenger Richard Hughes in the saddle this is certainly a notable jockey booking. Bright Sparky returns from a break to a surface and trip he should act well on and this previous course and distance winner has strong claims if fresh and ready. Resplendent Ace looks well handicapped but is best swerved on the basis of recent form. A first time visor may bring out the best in Generous Lad and he could be a threat to our selection, BUTE STREET. The pick carries top weight and is 6lb higher in the official ratings since his last win but has some of the best form on offer and with hold up tactics under George Baker may have most come the finish.
Bute Street 4-1 (10-0) Tracked leaders, ridden and edged left well over 1f out, soon beaten, 7th of 10, 10l behind Jasmeno (9-5) at Folkestone 1m 4f hcp 0-65 (6) gd in Aug.
Resplendent Ace (IRE) 14-1 (9-6) Held up towards rear, ridden over 2f out, well beaten over 1f out, 10th of 12, 19l behind Pertemps Networks (9-9) at Wolverhampton 1m 4f hcp 0-60 (6) pol.
Paint The Town Red 25-1 (9-7) Held up in rear, ridden over 3f out, headway on outside over 2f out, weakened over 1f out, 9th of 12, 18l behind Pertemps Networks (9-9) at Wolverhampton 1m 4f hcp 0-60 (6) pol.
Swords 8-1 (9-1) Always towards rear, 8th of 14, 35l behind Budva (8-7) at Southwell 1m 6f hcp (0-65) (6) fbs in Aug.
Bright Sparky (GER) 12-1 (10-9) Held up mid-division, headway over 1f out, soon ridden, one pace, 4th of 11, 2 1/2l behind Blackstone Vegas (10-11) at Wolverhampton 1m 4f am hcp 0-55 (6) pol in May.
Generous Lad (IRE) 50-1 (8-13) Raced wide, keen mid-division, effort to press leaders 3f out, driven 2f out, chance 1f out, no extra, 5th of 12, 2 1/2l behind Starburst (8-8) at Lingfield 1m 2f sell stks (6) pol.
Mister Pleau (USA) 40-1 (9-1) Led 2f, tracked leaders until ridden over 4f out, soon weakened, last of 12, well behind Straversjoy (8-12) at Wolverhampton 1m 4f hcp (0-55) (6) pol.
Mandate 20-1 (9-2) Tracked leader until 4f out, weakened over 2f out, 7th of 10, 22l behind Al Shababiya (9-1) at Brighton 1m 4f 3yo hcp 0-60 (6) gd.
Sacco D'oro 80-1 (10-4) Went left start, slowly away, always in rear, behind final 5f, last of 8, 48l behind Dream Risk (11-0) at Carlisle 1m 6f am hcp 0-60 (6) gf in Aug.
Liberty Girl (IRE) 25-1 (7-12) Held up towards rear, ridden into moderate 5th 3f out, 4th and no impression 2f out, kept on one pace, 4th of 7, 15l behind Fammi Sognare (9-12) at Tramore 1m 4f 3yo hcp 47-75 fm in Aug.
