Pressed winner, challenged going well 2f out, led narrowly and edged left over 1f out, ridden and strongly pressed inside final furlong, headed and no extra close home op 3/1
Edged right most of way, took keen hold early, tracked leading pair 2f, pushed along 6f out, went 3rd again 5f out, ridden and plugged on one pace final 2f, no chance with leading duo op 9/2
A moderate maiden which won't take all that much winning. STEAMING looks the form pick on his half length second to Key Bid at Thirsk in May, but one needs to be a little cautious given that he has been disappointing subsequently. A couple of the other runners need to prove their stamina, notably Irish raider Itsalonglongrood, so perhaps the rather paceless Count Simon is the most suitable forecast choice.