FIREFOOT

Four weeks ago, this horse showed excellent form in a Happy Valley mile on turf, settling well and finishing as runner-up, beaten only by half a length. In its last run on dirt over a mile, the draw was not poor, allowing it to compete near the front and achieving a strong overall rating in the field. The jockey has some understanding of the horse's temperament, and the trainer-jockey combination is in sync. However, for this race, it needs to carry one pound more weight, its recent performance hasn't been outstanding, and the finishing kick is slightly lacking, though it still possesses winning potential.