In touch, tracked leader from 3rd, ridden after 3 out, lost place approaching next, soon no chance with front pair, lost modest 3rd last, weakened flat op 9/2 tchd 11/2
Compadre (9/4), Bally Lagan (3/1), Oliver's Gold (7/2), Chestnut Ben (9/2), Volt Face (5/1), Jackthejourneyman (5/1)
A competitive contest looks on the cards despite the small field and Bally Lagan should make a bold bid to complete a four-timer, while Chestnut Ben can again go well and Compadre is far from beyond improvement. Even so, a drop in class can help OLIVER'S GOLD come good again and he is the selection.