Re: Gingers (Flat) Winners 08 3:10
Backed Soldiers Tale at 20/1 in the Jubilee last year, due to the ground being (or rather going to be) soft. This looks too firm and I hope he does not run.
Assertive ran a very encouraging race in the Abernant. Fit and well, consistant. Not ridden by stable jockey as Ryan Moore keeps the ride. Not a negitive.
Beckermett is an interesting rank outsider, there does not look much pace in this race, unless Honoured Guest is used as a pace maker. Might get a soft lead at a track that favours prominent runners.
Hoh Mike comes from an in form yard, possibly has more improvement in him. But will need luck in running.
Prime Defender, on looks (from my visit) has improved this season but that is yet to be shown on form. Made fav but only 7th in the Abernant (2nd home on far side). May yet do better.
US Ranger I had down as a possible Champion sprinter this year. But he was very disappointing on reappearance. Not seeming to stride out with head held high. Stable was in poor form at time but there is a doubt in my mind on temperament. Very good looking individual who should be suited by this trip.
Utmost Respect seemed to improve on a soft surface last term but his 3rd at Newmarket (good-firm) was about his best up til then. Went on to win Silver Cup easily on good-soft. Excellant reappearance win (GS) and progressive. Over priced and can go close if handling the ground.
Last edited by Gingertipster; 14-05-2008 at 10:37.
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