prominent, pushed along 6f out, soon hard ridden 5f out, weakened final 2f
in rear, some headway halfway, stayed on same pace final 2f, no impression
mid-division, ridden 6f out, soon lost touch
mid-division, ridden halfway, no danger
prominent, led approaching 3 out, soon ridden and headed 2f out, rallied and no impression on winner
chased leaders, ridden 5f out, weakened 3f out, no impression
chasing leaders, ridden 3f out, led 2f out, drew clear inside final, eased ear finish
chased leaders, led 8f out, headed when ridden 5f out, soon lost touch and weakened
held up, ridden halfway, no danger
held up, always behind
Western Chief (IRE) Average hurdler/chaser who has shown some ability on the all-weather from limited opportunities; each way chance.
Time Can Tell Successful over the course and distance nearly two years ago; appears fairly handicapped.
Penalta Late-maturing horse who scored over the course and distance in November; chances.
Duel Island Disappointing maiden who should find the going tough at this level.
Vantage Point Has suffered with joint problems in the past but is proven at the course; a player if fit.
Le Cavalier (USA) Hugely frustrating maiden who is best passed over.
Medelai Successful here over a year ago but generally hard to win with.
Ulshaw Overcame a lengthy lay-off to make a winning debut on the all-weather a fortnight ago; plenty of scope and possibly the one to beat.
Latterly (USA) Fair effort when sixth to the useful Arpello last time over shorter; still a maiden but capable of a bold show from the front.
Caldiz Another poor maiden who can be safely crossed off the short list.
North Ardar Old timer who chases first win for nearly two years. Little chance on recent form.
Needwood Trident No recent evidence to suggest he can feature.