Marske Fabrications & Engineering Handicap (Marske Straight Mile Series Qualifier)

Took advantage of a reduced mark when justifying short-priced favouritism on stable debut at Nottingham (8.3f, good to firm) last month; couldn't make a serious impact at Ripon next time but he ran into some trouble and that was another creditable effort; remains well treated on old form and he's respected back in trip.

His last win was in 2022 but he rallied well to go close at Thirsk (1m, good to firm) last month and the drop back to 7f looked against him at Doncaster last time; wouldn't want this to be tactical but has possibilities if things go his way.

Nine-time winner at up to 8.3f and latest was here (7f, good to firm) in April; only 2lb higher than for that success but has struggled in his last two runs and needs to get back on track.

Two wins during a progressive 3yo campaign but he's been well held as favourite in his two runs (6f/7f) this season; has bit to prove but he's edging back down the weights and this new trip looks worth exploring.

Lightly raced 5yo; ran well with blinkers added when close fourth at Doncaster (7f, good) in March but he's been disappointing in both subsequent runs; still unexposed on turf but his profile is patchy and others are more convincing; first-time visor replaces blinkers.