No shortage of chances in a race that could well be fought out by the 3-y-os. CIRCUS OF ROME improved for the step up to this trip and looked one to keep onside when doubling his tally at Newbury in June and, boasting a positive profile on all-weather, he's very much of interest again. That said, Gran Descans boasts an upwardly-mobile profile himself and is feared on handicap bow. Ivatt and Ribble Vibe complete the shortlist in a highly-intriguing contest.
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Smart Stats
11
Peaky Blinder
26% Andrew Balding's strike rate at NEWCASTLE since the start of the 2021 season
11/1
7
Gran Descans
35% Trevor Whelan's strike rate on favourites
4/1
11
Peaky Blinder
17% Andrew Balding's strike rate with handicap debutants
11/1
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Race Hints
Specific Pace Hint: A strongly contested lead could count against Gran Descans, who is expected to try and race close up: Such a hotly-contested pace as is on the cards here may be to the benefit of Ribble Vibe who is likely to make a challenge late.
Individual Price Hint: Per Contra traded at 25% or less of Betfair SP and 50% or less of Betfair SP on 2 of its last 5 starts: Cascade Hall has traded at 50% or less of Betfair SP twice on its last 5 starts.