Irish challenger GLENEAGLE BAY (nap) ran out of steam in the latter stages when favourite for a major 1m handicap in his sole start this term. He has very few miles on the clock and looks a particularly interesting contender back down in distance, with further progress still likely. Qirat, who has a very strong record over 7f and may well have even more to offer this year, is second choice ahead of Myal, English Oak, No Retreat and Ten Pounds in that order of preference.[Steve Boow]
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Good chance on peak form, namely 7f wins at Royal Ascot (handicap) and Newbury (Group 2) in 2023; has failed to score since, which doesn't inspire confidence back in a highly competitive field.
Below par in the 2024 Cambridgeshire but otherwise has a solid record, creditable second at Newcastle (1m) on AW finals day most recently; likely to cope with drop back to 7f on this track; in the mix.
Readily justified favouritism in Royal Ascot handicap (sole C&D attempt) last year, continuing his progress; inconsistent since but is interesting returned to this scenario with Haydock reappearance under his belt.
Campaigned only over 7f; pestered up front but stuck on well at Newmarket (seasonal debut) most recently, taking record to 4-6; doesn't need to lead; one for the shortlist, with further improvement plausible.
Similar type to Witch Hunter, being a smart 7f performer on his day but without a win since 2023; has something to find on his Newmarket efforts this term and can be opposed.
Record of 12112 over 7f features useful handicap performances at Goodwood (two wins, including reappearance) and Ascot (good second) last term; ran creditably in 1m Listed event final outing; strong contender.
Switches back to turf from AW; has plenty of Ascot form but two defeats in this race (down the field in 2022, seventh last year) emphasise that he's far more exposed than some of these rivals.
Spells in Britain and UAE have resulted in overall form figures of 3222212; gelded since last run; sole attempt over 7f resulted in his win; interesting returned to this trip on debut for another new yard.
Gelded prior to reappearance success at Newbury, producing a career-best performance; however, has done all his winning over 1m and doesn't seem to be crying out for this drop back in distance.
Last three wins over 1m, most recently the 2024 Spring Cup; however, finished a close fourth in major C&D handicap last July and could go well with Haydock reappearance under his belt.
Collared towards the finish in the Spring Mile on reappearance; justified favouritism at Haydock since, taking record in 7f handicaps to 5-5; continues to climb the weights but commands respect kept to this trip.
Irish 5yo who still has low mileage; ended last season with two good efforts that suggest he's capable of winning a useful handicap; Curragh reappearance run (1m) suggests this return to 7f will suit; major claims.
All wins over 1m, the most recent at Meydan in March, and stays 1m2f; has come up short since returned to home soil and this drop back to 7f is unlikely to make a difference.
Productive last term, mostly on AW, for new stable until form dipped the last twice; faces a stiffer task at this level on reappearance; gained sole turf win off a much lower mark.
Did well last summer, completing a 7f hat-trick at York and scoring over 1m on AW; not in the same form since and is best watched unless the market suggests a revival is likely.
Has gained both handicap wins off 4lb lower, including at Kempton (7f, AW) last time; needs to prove he can defy the assessor and a jump in grade; now on career-high mark.
Effective over 6f and 7f; record of 3-8 features a success in last year's Ayr Bronze Cup; creditable third at Musselburgh on reappearance; faces a stiffer assignment in this grade but may do better still.
Made the frame a few times over C&D, including in this contest last year, when with James Fanshawe; sold for 26,000gns since last run; however, he's a frustrating sort who hasn't won since 2022.
Campaigned mostly at longer trips (stays 1m3f); ran creditably at Epsom (8.5f) on stable/seasonal debut but has enough to prove in this hot 7f handicap; wears first-time cheekpieces; 2lb out of weights.
1/5 Odds Place 1,2,3,4,5
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