WorcesterThu, July 16, 2026

THICKTHORN TOM (2) made it two wins from three chase starts when scoring by 2. 5L over 2m3f at Stratford four days ago. First-time blinkers worked and he can defy a 8lb penalty. Leading contender. THANK YOU BLUE (1) finished 2L third trying 2m5f at Cartmel on latest outing. Dropping to 2m4f should suit this previous distance winner. Major player. ATREIDES (3) was beaten 18L fifth tackling 2m7f at this track last outing. His previous third over 2m3 1/2f offers encouragement. Makes appeal. ATLANTA BRAVE (5) finished 28L fifth contesting 2m7f here most recently. Returning to a distance at which he has won may prompt improvement. Cannot be discounted.