C4 | 3+
Winner GBP £5,496 - 9 runners
1m 2f 50y
Going: Good to Firm
Surface: T
SOURDOUGH (5) finished third in a race that is working out at Lingfield (1m) on final run last year. Bred to appreciate this longer trip. Likeable profile. ANGLOPHILE (2) ran second among maiden and novice company on final two starts last term. Well-bred and stamina proven. Leading contender making handicap debut. GENTLE WARRIOR (8) was gelded since winning by 9.5L over course and distance in October. Likely flattered by that heavy ground win and now 9lb higher is difficult to ignore. Impressive Chelmsford novice winner EPIMETEO (1) also demands respect delivering initial handicap outing. Promising apprentice claims a handy allowance.