COLONEL

On September 26th (dirt trial 1200m: 2-4-8), the horse showed a tendency to weaken in the later stages. Three weeks ago, over the same distance, it led but maintained an even pace without a strong finish. A recent barrier trial didn’t reveal any significant improvement. This time with a three-pound weight reduction, facing comparable opposition and drawing a favorable barrier, there's potential for a leading role if it jumps cleanly and establishes an early lead.