TALENTS AMBITION

Two weeks ago, over the same distance, this horse performed very well, jumping slowly and settling towards the rear. He finished strongly in the final two sections with good speed to secure fourth place, beaten only half a length. This time he benefits from a 2lb weight reduction; he has three wins in ten starts over this course and distance with competitive times. The barrier draw is reasonable. If adopting a hold-up tactic, his finishing kick will be the strongest in the field, making him one of the highest-rated contenders. The jockey understands the horse’s temperament well, trainer-jockey combination is adequate, and he's maintaining good form; a strong chance to extend his winning streak.