A very difficult race, with early pace plentiful with the likes of
Christmas Night,
Rastacap,
Saisons D'Or and
WEELLAN in the line up. Of that contingent, the Jedd O'Keeffe-trained runner is opposed on account of a wide draw (and his overly keen nature), whilst the Mark Johnston-trained runner resides on a tough looking handicap mark. Any sustained market support for
Gratified on handicap debut should probably be heeded, but we'll chance the tough top-weight despite him being strictly held at these weights by
Knowing Glance on early season Carlisle form. He has a handy draw in stall three and is stamina proven as a two-time 1m winner.
- Weellan
- Christmas Night
- Gratified