1

Cloudbreaker

Has performed well in all five starts this year, without managing a win. Probably did best last time out in Listed company at Newmarket when only beaten by a rival who had lots in hand on ratings.

2

Vera Verto

This Irish-trained filly is a tough handicapper who gained another victory last time when easily winning a well-contested Listowel handicap from the front. Faster ground and a 9lb higher mark.

3

Long Ago

Looked to relish the fast ground at Nottingham in June and, though that was only a novices’ event, the form of the race has been significantly enhanced since. Interesting.

4

Queen Emma

Won on her handicap debut over a similar trip to this at Goodwood in August, then running at least as well when only narrowly failing to score off a 6lb higher mark at Doncaster. Progressive.

5

Divina Grace

Loves fast ground and probably best when racing prominently. She has won her last two starts, latterly over this course and distance.

6

Decoration

Has had a break since unseating her rider at the start at Goodwood in August. She had previously shown some quality when only just beaten at Windsor – a good start in handicaps.

7

Blue Missile

Only win so far came on the all-weather last year. The handicapper has eased her slightly since just a fair run at Windsor in July. She looks more about stamina than speed so this longer trip may help.

8

Sid’s Annie

Proved herself at this trip on her sixth and latest career victory, coming late to win over this trip on Newmarket’s July Course. Struggled badly on slow ground last time.

9

Shazam

The faster the surface the stronger the chance of Shazam based on his 2023 form. Looked all set to win at Yarmouth last month – clear of his rivals 400m out –  but just closed down late on.