JONY MAX is in top form and goes well here, so he's fancied to get his head back in front over a trip that suits him well. Stablemate Ballyrashane is a threat and another solid showing is expected from Samourai One.
Jony Max
Ballyrashane
Samourai One
3m5f Hcap Chs
Each Way terms: 1/5 odds for first 3 places
5. Jony Max
J: Ellis CollierT: Christian Williams
F: 09872123
Price History:
-
Age:
9
Weight:
11-0
Gear:
tongue strap
Official Rating:
96
Days Since Last Run:
13
Verdict
Took advantage of reduced mark at Warwick in November and backed it up with a couple of soilid efforts. Has an excellent course record and the step back up in trip will suit, so he's the one to beat.
6. Samourai One
J: Tom CannonT: Lucy Wadham
F: 5541PP-32
Price History:
-
Age:
7
Weight:
10-12
Gear:
cheekpieces
Official Rating:
94
Days Since Last Run:
33
Verdict
Left his hurdling exploits behind when scoring easily on his Market Rasen chase debut in February. That was decent form (had 3 next-time winners in behind) and he's been back on track lately, so can make his presence felt.
8. Ballyrashane
J: Jack TudorT: Christian Williams
F: 4122-5613
Price History:
-
Age:
7
Weight:
10-2
Gear:
tongue strap
Official Rating:
84
Days Since Last Run:
62
Verdict
Left his chase debut form behind when successful over C&D in March and doubled his tally in this sphere at Uttoxeter (3m, good to soft) in October. Solid showing at Plumpton since and deserves respect after two months off.
4. Lyrical Genius
J: James BestT: Sarah Humphrey
F: 3/22443P-3
Price History:
5.50
Age:
7
Weight:
11-6
Gear:
blinkers
Official Rating:
102
Days Since Last Run:
14
Verdict
Has an unattractive style but he's well handicapped and made a positive first start for this yard when third at Huntingdon a fortnight ago. Player if he can build on that.
1. Gold Clermont
J: Philip ArmsonT: Andy Irvine
F: 318146-64
Price History:
8.50
Age:
8
Weight:
12-0
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
110
Days Since Last Run:
20
Verdict
Better for return when fourth at Plumpton, likely to have finished a lot closer but for a bad mistake 3 out. On a winning mark so she's not taken lightly.
2. Fern Hill
J: Jack QuinlanT: Ben Case
F: 4/3PP67-55
Price History:
-
Age:
9
Weight:
12-0
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
110
Days Since Last Run:
30
Verdict
Ended last term out of sorts and is yet to mount a revival this term. Back up in trip now and mark continues to slide.
3. Sublime Heights
J: K. BroganT: Toby Lawes
F: 06261-P43
Price History:
9.00
Age:
8
Weight:
11-12
Gear:
visor
Official Rating:
108
Days Since Last Run:
20
Verdict
Yet to to his top form in two runs this autumn, only third of 6 at Plumpton last time. Mark is edging down but has a bit to prove.
7. Marettimo
J: Harry KimberT: Bill Turner
F: 51/32-4P84
Price History:
21.00
Age:
10
Weight:
10-8
Gear:
cheekpieces
Official Rating:
90
Days Since Last Run:
17
Verdict
Fair handicap chaser who shaped as if retaining his ability after 17 months off when fourth at Fontwell in October. Disappointing since, though.