SP: 9/2OR 76Won at this course & distanceWearing cheekpiecesWon 1 of last 5—
took keen hold, made virtually all, ridden and went clear from over 1f out, reduced lead inside final furlong, unbalanced inside final 110yds, all out and just held on (stewards requested a report from trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form; trainer said gelding had disappointed on his previous run when unable to get an easy lead and lost interest thereafter; he added that a strong front running ride, from a very capable claiming rider had helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form; the stewards noted the explanation offered)
SP: 3/1OR 71Wearing cheekpiecesJockey in form (2 wins in 14 days)Won 1 of last 514.3 lengths
pressed leader, carried head awkwardly from over 3f out, lost second over 2f out, weakened from over 1f out (jockey said gelding hung right for the last three furlongs)
How do odds work?The first number is what you win, the second is what you bet. So 5/2 means you win £5 for every £2. 4/1 means you win £4 for every £1. The bigger the first number, the less likely bookmakers think the horse will win — but the more you'd win if it does.