Slight mistake 1st, held up in rear, improved into 3rd after 4th, no extra before 3 out, eased before next, ridden and pressed for moderate 3rd run-in, lost 3rd close home op 1/2
Bleu Et Rouge (4/11), Brelade (4/1), Flaxen Flare (8/1), Prospectus (10/1), Dr Mikey (20/1), Sonny B (33/1), Run James Run (100/1)
Dr Mikey could take the field along here with Brelade and Sonny B in behind in the initial stages of the contest. The race could revolve round the well-being of BLUE ET ROUGE who was well beaten in the County hurdle at the Cheltenham festival but is clearly better than his rivals here. Brelade and Flaxen Flare - who will appreciate the small field - can battle for the minor honours.