AscotSat, January 10, 2026

LUCKY I AM (7) made a nice return in a then met with solid backing but disappointed when eighth over 6f at this track three weeks ago. Fitter and well-placed to turn things around. ALL GRUNT (1) is having his first run since March 22. Has a strong record when fresh with two wins from two runs, the most recent over 6f at this track at the start of last prep. Placed in a recent trial. Expect him to pose a serious challenge. DE GRANDHOMME (3) is a distance specialist who improved sharply on his fourth two starts back at Albany with a win over 6f at this track three-and-a-half weeks ago, getting home by a nose after being prominent at the turn. This looks a sterner test than last time but on his best form he is good enough to cope. MANHATTAN STRIP (2) returns from a layoff of four months. Scored over 6½f at Northam at the start of last prep. Has found the right race and is worth including.