Odds-on Rock finds himself in a hard place

>> There was plenty of confidence behind Shantou Rock in the novice hurdle at Southwell as he bid to follow up an impressive victory at Ludlow early in the month, but it was a surprise to see him backed down to 1.21 in running on Betfair. Although he travelled well, so did Buckle Street and after a ding-dong battle up the home straight the 1-3 favourite cried enough on the run-in. The winner was matched at 21.

>> Akula was backed at 210 on his way to wearing down The Wexfordian in the selling handicap hurdle at Southwell. The runner-up, who appeared to hit the front too soon, traded at 1.1.

>> As De Mee was done at 1.14 in the novice chase at Fontwell, but he found little off the bridle and was worn down by Kilcrea Vale (12.5).