In two runnings of this event the three-year-olds have really held the whip hand recording a 1-2 in each of the past two seasons. This time around they have another two progressive candidates with the narrow vote going to Chepstow winner
CHANCE his trainer (Simon Crisford) taking this event with a handicap newcomer in 2017 and the 6lb rise for that visually impressive win looks fair.
Lethal Missile is another improving type who looks to have more progress within him although he will need to deliver another career best.
Michele Strogoff should set a sound pace but he’s in the handicapper’s grasp with a resurgent
Juanito Chico the likely dangers to the youngsters.
- Chance
- Lethal Missile
- Juanito Chico