Venture Security Handicap

Half a length behind the winner at York last time, running close to his mark off a weight just two pounds lower; effective at seven or eight furlongs on any going and carries top weight, though the proximity to his best form gives fair grounds for optimism.

Tried in first-time blinkers and back to seven furlongs having found a mile beyond him last time when well beaten here; has struggled in a string of recent starts but the headgear and the return to a sharper trip are the levers connections are pulling.

Beaten five lengths in a handicap last time in a hood for the first time; effective at seven or eight furlongs, probably preferring a sound surface, and the mark is drifting without matching results — more is needed.

Out of the money in most recent starts and suited by a strong pace, which makes him dependent on a specific race shape; effective at seven furlongs on fast ground and produces his best when the race falls apart for the front-runners.

Fourth when beaten seven lengths at Salisbury last time, below his earlier level; he takes a lead and is effective at six or seven furlongs on fast or yielding going — the form needs to pick up from recent outings.