The race in brief
A 5-runner hurdle handicap over 2m3½f, Class 3. The official going is Good To Firm, so check for any update before the off.
What the facts say
- Virtual Rock (7yo, Des Donovan, OR 116, 11-5) – figures 811, 22 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 82.
- Evaluation (8yo, Adam Nicol, OR 115, 11-4) – figures 2, 10 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 82.
- Rebel Tribesman (5yo, Jamie Snowden, OR 113, 11-2) – figures 2132, a quick turnaround (4 days), Race DNA fit 82.
- Thank You Blue (9yo, Jennie Candlish, OR 117, 11-6) – figures 222P, 15 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 82.
- My Chiquita (7yo, James Moffatt, OR 122, 11-11) – figures 1748, 20 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 87.
Our view
Best selection: Virtual Rock. a Race DNA fit of 82 – today's going, trip and track suit what it has shown before; 22 days since its last run, a sensible gap; trainer Des Donovan has had 6 winners from 72 runners in our recent records.
The case against: Evaluation is close on the numbers; handicap marks are meant to level the field; we can't yet confirm how it handles good to firm ground from our own records.
Others to consider: Evaluation and Rebel Tribesman.
This is analysis to help you form your own view, not a tip or a guarantee. 18+. If you bet, only stake what you can afford to lose.
.This is analysis to help you form your own view – not a tip or a recommendation to bet.