slowly away, held up in rear, never dangerous
held up in touch, effort when hampered over 1f out, soon chasing leader, led inside final furlong, headed last strides
hampered start, held up in rear, headway over 1f out, ran on inside final furlong, nearest finish
mid-division, headway 2f out, chased leaders over 1f out, soon ridden, ran on to lead well inside final furlong, all out
chased leaders, under pressure over 1f out, soon one pace
led, switched right over 1f out, headed inside final furlong, no extra
chased leaders, under pressure halfway, soon weakened
prominent, effort when hampered over 1f out, soon under pressure, gradually weakened
went right start, behind, headway over 1f out, never able to challenge
Withdrawn
Nonrunner
Nonrunner
A chance is taken with Vilnius, while Watch Chain, Saucy Girl and Jigajig head the shortlist of alternatives. The last named has been given a live chance by the handicapper - especially following an encouraging second at Musselburgh last week. Kevin Ryan is keeping the gelding busy and it would come as no surprise to see him post an improved effort today. He does already have a bit to find with Watch Chain, though. Saucy Girl made moderate strides as a juvenile but posted a better effort on his reappearance at Yarmouth just six days ago. He is also being kept on the boil and has to merit a second look in this company. Watch Chain is capable of making the rest aware of his presence and, despite not being the most consistent; at least has conditions to suit. However, with punting being the name of the game, a small stakes investment on Vilnius is recommended. The Mick Channon-trained filly is a typically battle-hardened representative of the yard. And her willingness to get involved in a scrap could make all the difference as Vilinus bids to gain what would be a well deserved success.
Exceed Power 7-1 (8-8) Dwelt, behind, outpaced over 2f out, never on terms, 7th of 8, 11l behind Rio Mist (8-13) at Nottingham 5f fll hcp (5) gf in Apr.
Your Gifted (IRE) 10-1 (9-0) Soon led, headed over 1f out, faded final furlong, 6th of 11, 7l behind Lees Anthem (8-11) at Musselburgh 5f 3yo hcp 0-65 (6) gd in Apr.
Sharp Shoes 6-1 (9-1) Prominent, ridden over 2f out, weakened final furlong, 10th of 13, 12l behind Jigajig (8-4) at Wolverhampton 6f hcp 0-60 (6) pol in Apr.
Vilnius 4-1 (9-0) Held up, ridden 2f out, headway when not clear run 1f out, stayed on to go 3rd near finish, 3rd of 10, 3 1/2l behind Taborcillo (9-4) at Catterick 5f 3yo hcp 0-60 (6) gf in Apr.
Gemma's Delight (IRE) 18-1 (8-10) With winner, outpaced 2f out, lost place over 1f out, weakened final furlong, 8th of 10, 7l behind Mary's Pet (9-2) at Wolverhampton 6f hcp 0-60 (6) pol in Apr.
Annia Galeria (IRE) 14-1 (8-13) Tracked leading pair, ridden 2f out, kept on final furlong, not pace to challenge, 3rd of 4, 2 3/4l behind Anjomarba (8-10) at Folkestone 5f 3yo sll (6) gf in Apr.
Lets Move It 20-1 (8-4) Outpaced, always behind, last of 9, 27l behind Val C (8-13) at Wolverhampton 5f 3yo hcp 0-65 (6) pol in Apr.
Ishipink 40-1 (7-13) Led, 3 lengths clear 2f out, ridden and headed inside final furlong, no extra, 3rd of 9, 3 1/2l behind Val C (8-13) at Wolverhampton 5f 3yo hcp 0-65 (6) pol in Apr.
Sandy Toes 20-1 (7-13) Held up towards rear, struggling on outside over 2f out, 10th of 12, 7l behind Motty's Gift (8-9) at Kempton 7f hcp 0-60 (6) pol in Apr.
Saucy Girl (IRE) 7-1 (8-3) With leader, ridden over 1f out, stayed on to chase winner inside final furlong, no impression, 2nd of 8, 3l behind Rio Mist (8-13) at Nottingham 5f fll hcp (5) gf in Apr.
Watch Chain (IRE) 11-1 (8-6) Keen, tracked leaders, ridden 2f out, kept on same pace, 3rd of 6, 6l behind Il Forno (9-4) at Yarmouth 5f 3yo hcp (5) gf in Apr.
Winifred Jo 50-1 (8-12) Went right start, chased leaders, effort over 2f out, soon one pace, 5th of 10, 10l behind Aetos (9-3) at Lingfield 6f 3yo mdn stks (5) pol in Apr.
Jigajig 5-1 (8-1) Always prominent, driven to lead over 1f out, headed well inside final furlong, kept on, 2nd of 11, hd behind Lees Anthem (8-11) at Musselburgh 5f 3yo hcp 0-65 (6) gd in Apr.
