Tracked leader in 2nd for much, some slow jumps, mistake 8th and briefly dropped to 3rd, disputed lead 3 out, ridden to lead entering straight, stayed on well under pressure from 2 out, all out close home op 10/3
Held up in last, headway after 3 out, ridden in close 4th on outer 2 out, 3rd at last, 2nd early run-in and stayed on well inside final furlong, just failed
Amaulino (2/1), Mine Now (11/4), Steel Wave (11/4), Peace News (4/1), Lean And Keen (12/1)
An intriguing affair in which MINE NOW is taken to win on second start over fences. He was a useful hurdler who will be hard to beat if he can transfer all the ability to this sphere. Steel Wave is an interesting contender having his second spin over fences and isn't ruled out for his powerful connections. Peace News is another that warrants respect having already won over fences.