In touch, went 2nd over 2f out, soon ridden and every chance, led over 1f out, headed just inside final furlong, outpaced final 75yds (op 5/2 tchd 9/4)
Soon detached in last, closed 2f out, switched left over 1f out, switched right inside final furlong, kept on to go 3rd near finish, no chance with leaders (rider said regarding running and riding that his instructions were to jump out, get him settled and to pass horses. He further added that the gelding was tardy from the start and did not pick up in the early stages before staying on past beaten horses in the home straight. He continued that, in hindsight, due to his inexperience, he may have been late with his finishing effort. However, he felt that he had still obtained the best possible placing. trainers representative confirmed these were the trainers instructions and she was satisfied with the ride given. ) (op 9/2)
Dark Wonder was claimed by Mr Ivan Furtado for £6000; Ixelles Diamond was bought by Mr A. S. Reid for £6000; Captain Lars was bought in for 7,400gns
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