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Winner - 9 runners
1870y
Going:
Surface: T
EXCUSES (7) showed good early muster and fought on to finish second last start over 1m1/2f at this track (Turf). Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. SIX FORTYFIVE (2) finished 16 lengths away in fourth last time out over 6f at this track when resuming from a lay-off. Tackles a longer journey this time. Expected to be in the finish with the addition of blinkers. SHACE SLOANE (4) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1m1/4f at this track, beaten 6 lengths into fourth after being prominent at the corner. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run this time. FLAG OFFICER (5) finished second last time out over 1m at this track (Turf), making it five career minor placings. Has a solid record at this journey, finishing in the money on two occasions. Among the main chances.