The race in brief
A 12-runner Flat handicap over 5f, Class 2. The official going is Good, so check for any update before the off.
What the facts say
- Gold Star Hero (4yo, Michael Bell, OR 99, 9-9) – figures 2531, 14 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 80.
- Toca Madera (5yo, David O'Meara, OR 99, 9-9) – figures 2011, 8 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 62.
- Ziggy's Triton (4yo, David O'Meara, OR 91, 9-1) – figures 9251, 11 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 76.
- Baker Blue (3yo, Dylan Cunha, OR 99, 9-9) – figures 3415, 14 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 78.
- Accrual (5yo, Ruth Carr, OR 80, 8-4) – figures 7516, 14 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 54.
Our view
Best selection: Gold Star Hero. Recent figures of 2531 – won last time; a Race DNA fit of 80 – today's going, trip and track suit what it has shown before; 14 days since its last run, a sensible gap; trainer Michael Bell has had 81 winners from 615 runners in our recent records.
The case against: Toca Madera is close on the numbers; handicap marks are meant to level the field; no wins from 9 runs on good ground in our records.
Others to consider: Toca Madera and Ziggy's Triton.
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.