led, set modest pace, pressed leader 2f out, headed narrowly over 1f out, rallied under pressure well inside final furlong, led again final strides
held up 3rd, in touch, ridden over 2f out, no impression, one pace from over 1f out
tracked winner, pressed winner 2f out, led narrowly over 1f out, pressed inside final furlong, no extra, headed final strides
reared badly start, pulled hard in rear, ridden 2f out, hanging left over 1f out, no chance final furlong
Nonrunner
Expensive Art appeals as the most likely winner of this contest with race fitness on his side and a recent victory in the book. The worry would be that this contest could turn into a tactical affair which would not suit a hold up performer like the selection. Cinnamon Hill would have to be respected if one is prepared to forgive his very disappointing seasonal debut at Windsor two weeks ago. Question marks would exist with regard to his attitude as he has displayed an awkward head carriage previously. Of the remainder Carcinetto would have a squeak on picks of his form, most notably a second behind Bonus in a listed event last year. He has failed to trouble the judge since though. Expensive Art gets the nomination to land the finale.
Carcinetto (IRE) 28-1 (8-11) In touch, driven and effort 2f out, soon one pace, 7th of 13, 3l behind King of Dixie (9-4) at Lingfield 7f hcp 0-90 (3) pol in Apr.
Shes Minnie 25-1 (9-1) Slowly into stride, keen, always in rear, 9th of 10, 16l behind Bonnie Prince Blue (8-10) at Folkestone 6f hcp 0-85 (4) gs in Apr.
Expensive Art (IRE) 2-1fav (9-4) Always going well, led over 1f out, pushed clear, won at W'hampton 6f hcp 0-70 (5) pol in Apr beating Prince of Delphi (9-3) by 2 1/2l, 7 ran.
Cinnamon Hill 8-1 (9-0) Chased leaders, pushed along halfway, weakened 2f out, 11th of 13, 14l behind Kensington (8-12) at Windsor 6f hcp 0-75 (5) gs in Apr.
Frontline In Focus (IRE) 7-1 (9-4) Held up in rear, ridden along halfway, soon tailed off, last of 4, well behind Magic Echo (9-0) at Southwell 1m fll hcp (4) fbs in Apr.
