SOARING BRONCO

Two weeks ago, over the same distance, this horse performed well, jumping slowly and settling towards the rear before unleashing a strong surge to finish second, beaten by half a length. Showing high-level form, it will carry only two pounds more this time, benefits from good timing within its group, and has drawn a favorable barrier. Capable of tracking the pace, it enjoys advantageous circumstances; based on its ability, it’s the strongest contender in this race. The jockey has some understanding of the horse's capabilities, and even if its finishing kick is lacking or trainer-jockey relationship isn’t perfect, as long as it jumps cleanly and aims to track the leaders, it should improve significantly.