led centre, ridden to lead overall over 1f out, ran on well
chased leaders far side, effort over 2f out, no extra final furlong
held up in touch far side, pushed along 2f out, soon ridden and no impression
chased winner centre, ridden over 2f out, kept on same pace
in touch far side, headway over 2f out, effort over 1f out, one pace final furlong
close up far side, led over 2f out, headed over 1f out, weakened
towards rear far side, headway over 2f out, led group over 1f out, kept on
led far side, headed over 2f out, weakened over 1f out
chased leaders, ridden over 2f out, weakend final furlong
dwelt far side, towards rear, never dangerous
missed break far side, towards rear, never dangerous
Frivolous seemed to appreciate the drop in trip last time out and John Gosden's filly gets the nod ahead of Almoutaz and Opera Prince. The last-named would have no chance if taking the form of his debut literally, however he was held up to get the trip and didn't seem to get home. Now taking a two-furlong drop in trip, the booking of Ryan Moore looks intriguing and he shouldn't be overlooked. However Frivolous sets the standard on bare form and the filly gets the vote. She appeared to improve from first to second runs and with further improvement anticipated assuming that the ground doesn't soften further, a big run can be expected. Almoutaz looks a big danger; Barry Hills' colt has shown ability in two starts to date but a tendency to pull hard means that he doesn't always have the reserves to draw on close home. Expect improvement from Benedetto as the stable's juveniles often improve markedly for the run, whilst Dancing Belle is nicely bred but may need some more time and distance before we see the best of her. Unlicensed comes from a stable who can get one ready but will probably need more time, so of more interest may be Cotton Reel. Paul Cole's colt still looks fairly immature but he has shown glimpses of ability from the front in his two starts. At a price Moon Sister could run into a place although she may need further in time as she is related to several stayers, and so we will return to Frivolous for the winner.
Almoutaz (USA) 9-4 (9-3) In touch, headway to lead over 1f out, headed 1f out, no extra towards finish, 5th of 10, 2l behind Errigal Lad (9-3) at Haydock 6f 2yo mdn (5) gf in Sept.
Benedetto 50-1 (9-0) Started slowly, soon in touch, ridden 3f out, soon weakened, 13th of 14, 10l behind Forgotten Voice (9-0) at Lingfield 7f 2yo mdn (5) pol in Oct.
Brother Barry (USA) Forestry colt out of a lightly-raced mare.
Cotton Reel 9-2 (9-3) Raced alone near side, effort over 2f out, no extra final furlong, 6th of 12, 6l behind Unbreak My Heart (9-3) at Windsor 6f 2yo mdn (5) gs in Oct.
Kenton Street Compton Place colt, half-brother to winning miler Encores.
Opera Prince 16-1 (9-3) Slowly into stride, towards rear, effort over 2f out, soon ridden and weakened quickly, last of 10, 31l behind Alfathaa (9-3) at Newbury 1m 2yo mdn (4) gf in Sept.
The Gatekeeper 80-1 (8-12) Mid-division, hung right over 2f out, soon no impression, 14th of 19, 13l behind Luck Money (9-3) at Newmarket 6f 2yo mdn (4) gf in May.
Unlicensed Hawk Wing gelding out of a maiden racemare.
Amicable Terms Royal Applause filly, half-sister to winners on the flat and over hurdles.
First In Show Zamindar filly, half-sister to numerous winners from 1m-1m2f.
Moon Sister (IRE) Cadeaux Genereux filly, sister to winning stayer Ice And Fire, half-sister to numerous winners on the flat and over hurdles including Tarxien.
Frivolous (IRE) 16-1 (9-0) Led until headed 1f out, soon outpaced by winner, 4th of 15, 2 1/2l behind Rinterval (9-0) at Newbury 6f 2yo mdn fll (4) gd in Aug.
Dancing Belle Fasliyev filly out of the high-class 6f-1m winner May Ball.
