PERFECT TRIUMPH

Three weeks ago over the same course and distance, this horse put in an excellent performance, settling towards the rear and maintaining a steady tempo before picking up ground in the final stages to finish fourth, beaten only 3.5 lengths. However, he faced a disadvantageous race situation and failed to show a significant finishing kick; furthermore, the rapport between jockey and trainer appears lacking. Despite an advantageous draw and respectable time figures, he remains a low-chance contender.