Verdict

Advance East is taken to score despite the fact he has a long absence to overcome. The gelding by Polish Precedent is very fragile and he only managed one run last season but he was a winner over this course and distance when defeating Giolla Valley. He is sure to be fit or he would not be risked and for that reason he is the TEAMtalk selection. Villair is in good form but he ran as if in the handicappers grip when second behind Toulouse-Lautrec over course and distance last time out. Athleague Guest usually runs well fresh but he has disappointed this season and is readily passed over. Ice Cool Lad has been running well on ground that has been to fast for him all season and this is the first time he has his ideal conditions so he to should go well.