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Ran in the same race three weeks ago with poor performance, tracking near the rear at a steady pace, showing an average run. The circumstances in the field were unfavorable, and his draw was not ideal; if he tracked again at the back, he would struggle to challenge in the final stages against his rivals. The jockey and trainer's combination was not ideal, though it's a positive that he has prior form and this time carries two pounds less, which might not have been as much of a factor.