Goes well fresh so wouldn't be sure to improve on his C&D return three weeks ago, a race where he comfortably saw off his nine rivals; that said, he retains handicapping scope and looks a solid contender.
Three course wins, all over 7f, and he has looked an improved performer this year; up in class and down in trip but thriving and he isn't short of pace; strong contender.
Progressive in 2023, winning three times (including two over C&D), and now 3lb lower than for last success; looked rusty back from a 496-day absence at Chelmsford 11 days ago but 5f wasn't optimal and he did enough to suggest he retains a good portion of his ability; still low mileage and he's not discounted.
Just one win from his 24 starts but he made a fair debut for his new stable when third of eight over C&D a fortnight ago; blew the start that day and can pose a greater threat with a clean start.
Had a 488-day layoff prior to his stable debut in October; taking a while to find his feet and although his penultimate Southwell fourth was more encouraging, he couldn't back it up three weeks ago; edging down the weights but not solid at present.
Unexposed 4yo; pleasing stable debut when fourth at Southwell and he took a good step forward with a snug win at Newcastle 25 days ago (6f); the subsequent wins of the second and third, as well as big efforts in defeat from the fourth and fifth, give that form serious ballast; a 4lb rise looks manageable and there should be more to come; slow starts could be an issue going forward but he's still a strong contender.
