Swerved left start, in rear, ridden and headway on outer from 2f out, led narrowly inside final furlong, headed and held final 110yds (op 2/1 tchd 7/4 and 9/4)
Held up in rear, shaken up 2f out, switched left and headway over 1f out, soon ridden, went third inside final furlong, kept on, not reach leaders (op 2/1 tchd 15/8)
Chased leaders, rapid headway and led after 2f, soon clear, 7 lengths ahead 3f out, reduced lead when ridden over 1f out, headed and weakened inside final furlong (op 25/1 tchd 28/1)
Close up, lost second and chased leaders after 2f, ridden and disputing second but 7 lengths down 3f out, lost position over 1f out, weakened inside final furlong (trainer's rep could offer no explanation for the gelding's apparent poor performance; vet reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities) (op 9/2 tchd 4/1)
8 ran
Off time:
3:52:42
Winning time:
1m 29.01s (slow by 4.91s)
Total SP:
114%
Non-runners:
Kats Bob (unsuitable ground), Water Iris (unsuitable ground)
Download the free Racing Post app and enjoy multiple unique racecard views tailored for your needs.
Plus, compare the odds and place bets with your favourite bookmakers all in one place, wherever you are.