The race in brief
A 9-runner all-weather Flat handicap over 7f, Class 5. The official going is Standard, and the all-weather surface should ride consistently.
What the facts say
- Split Elevens (8yo, John Butler, OR 64, 9-6) – figures 4122, 19 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 75.
- Kody B (3yo, Craig Lidster, OR 70, 9-10) – figures 6671, 16 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 37.
- Enpassant (5yo, Scott Dixon, OR 64, 9-6) – figures 4349, 9 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 57.
- Lerwick (6yo, Mark Loughnane, OR 70, 9-12) – figures 7177, 29 days since its last run, Race DNA fit 60.
- Royal Jet (6yo, Tony Carroll, OR 65, 9-7) – figures 2617, a long absence (7 months), Race DNA fit 56.
Our view
Best selection: Split Elevens. Recent figures of 4122 – includes a recent win; a Race DNA fit of 75 – today's going, trip and track suit what it has shown before; 19 days since its last run, a sensible gap; trainer John Butler has had 70 winners from 707 runners in our recent records.
The case against: Handicap marks are meant to level the field.
Others to consider: Kody B and Enpassant.
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.