WolverhamptonMon, January 12, 2026

SURGEON COMMANDER (8) showed marked improvement shedding his maiden in a dead-heat finish tackling the trip at Newcastle last month. Progress expected with the in-form Billy Loughnane on board. Ticks plenty of boxes. Consider. SLACK BOB (2) managed to keep on for fourth providing Lingfield handicap debut. Holds claims if there is a market lead stepping back up in distance. BECAUSE WE CAN (1) delivers initial handicap outing adopting first-time visor and merits serious consideration. Market instructive. Penultimate start course and distance winner CROWN THE FUTURE (6) might also have a say. Shortlist.