Took closer order 9th, ridden 14th, 2 lengths 3rd at 16th, challenged next, just led under pressure last, forged clear final 120yds, all out (considering the apparent improvement in form, the Stewards noted the trainer's explanation that the gelding had benefited from being ridden more positively on this occasion) (op 9/1)
Ridden to begin, always leading trio, disputed lead from 11th until led narrowly before 3 out, joined under pressure next, outpaced before last, plugged on again flat (op 6/1)
Very reluctant and soon tailed himself off, pulled up 8th (the Stewards held an enquiry into the performance of the gelding. They interviewed the rider, the trainer and the Veterinary Officer. Having heard their evidence, they noted their explanation.)
8 ran
Off time:
3:40:38
Winning time:
6m 41.70s (slow by 15.70s)
Total SP:
114%
Non-runners:
Burgess Dream (unsuitable ground), Goring One (unsuitable ground), How's My Friend (unsuitable ground)
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