chased leader, led over 3f out, ridden 2f out, stayed on well
never better than mid-division
towards rear, headway under pressure 2f out, edged right and not much room final furlong, kept on same pace
led, headed over 3f out, stayed prominent, ridden halfway, one pace final furlong
chased leaders, ridden halfway, effort over 1f out, kept on same pace
chased leaders, ridden and effort 2f out, weakened final furlong
chased leaders, ridden halfway, weakened over 1f out
towards rear, never dangerous
slowly into stride, always behind
in touch, ridden and hung left over 2f out, weakened over 1f out
mid-division, ridden halfway, weakened over 1f out
slowly into stride, towards rear, never dangerous
mid-division, pushed along halfway, bumped and went left final furlong, kept on under pressure
Another wide open affair were not many can be confidently ruled out. Matty Tun may have been a surprise winner at Newcastle last time, but he went about his task in good style and comfortably overturned the odds on favourite. He faces a stiffer task now but is respected as an improver all the same. Mornin Reserves is also on an upward curve and should go close if he can continue his progression. He should confirm recent form with The Links - with that one set to race from 2lb out of the handicap, and may well add to his victory at Hamilton from the time before last. Abercorn may be a better horse on the all weather and has a little to prove after being well held at Nottingham last week.
