mid-division, weakened over 2f out
led 4f out, ridden and headed over 1f out, weakened inside final furlong
outpaced halfway, headway approaching final furlong, never dangerous
held up, headway to lead over 1f out, headed inside final furlong, unable to quicken near finish
chased leaders, ridden and every chance inside final furlong, unable to quicken close home
chased leaders, ridden and led inside final furlong, headed and no extra close home
held up, headway over 1f out, driven to lead well inside final furlong
keen, chased leaders, weakened over 1f out
mid-division, ridden halfway, weakened over 1f out
A high draw is usually an advantage on firm ground by as there appears to be little pace amongst the stands-side runners, the speedy Justalord may well be able to defy his 7lb penalty for running away with a similar heat at Kempton a week ago. Indian Bazaar, Mr Spliffy and Guns Blazing will not make it easy for John Balding's charge - with the latter expected to pose the biggest threat if his recent unlucky exertions have not dented his confidence too much. However, Justalord has been in flying form all season and has continually defied the attentions of the handicapper. He is also still very well treated on his current mark in comparison to his all weather rating and he may be able to make another visit to the well before his winning run dries up.