The race in brief
A 17-runner Flat handicap over 5f. The official going is Yielding, so check for any update before the off.
What the facts say
- Steel Magnolia (4yo, W. McCreery, OR 55, 8-13) – figures 2134, 14 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 65.
- Mary Shoelaces (5yo, Eddie & Patrick Harty, OR 68, 9-12) – figures 7145, 49 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 44.
- Happy Henry (5yo, W. McCreery, OR 67, 9-11) – figures 5933, 15 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 64.
- Coincidental Glory (3yo, Adrian McGuinness, OR 60, 9-4) – figures 0302, 8 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 61.
- Apothic Red (3yo, T G McCourt, OR 69, 9-13) – figures 7210, 11 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 46.
Our view
Best selection: Steel Magnolia. Recent figures of 2134 – includes a recent win; 14 days since its last run, a sensible gap; trainer W. McCreery has had 42 winners from 477 runners in our recent records.
The case against: handicap marks are meant to level the field.
Others to consider: Mary Shoelaces and Happy Henry.
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.