with leader, led going well 2f out, soon clear, easily
slight lead, ridden over 2f out, headed 2f out, weakened rapidly
chased leading pair, pushed along from over 3f out, driven to chase winner inside final 2f, no impression
Not the best race from a betting point of view to start proceedings at Ascot. Puma has the best racecourse form having improved all season before disappointing slightly last time out over a mile. Back over seven furlongs here Richard Hannon's charge should be happier on a straight course and as the TEAMtalk selection will be hard to beat. Binanti was fairly impressive at Goodwood a couple of weeks ago showing his liking for this trip and a fast surface. He should give the selection most to do. The line-up is completed by My Daisychain who put up a reasonable effort at Pontefract on his debut and is entitled to progress. Lack of experience however might count against him here.
