Happy Retirement Martin Stoneman Fillies' Novice Stakes (GBB/GBBPlus Race)

Well bred by a top yard and bred to relish a step up in trip, Food For Thought left a fair impression when fourth at Chepstow last time — that run clearly had more in it. A course trainer with a strong record and a pedigree built for distance make this a compelling threat, though experience so far is limited.

A decent fifth on debut at Newbury in a competitive novice, Hatta Romance shaped with encouragement and should improve stepping up in distance — she's bred for 10f and beyond and handles good to soft. Only one start to go on, but the profile suggests more to come.

Third on her latest start at Kempton, Velvet Vega flattened out late over an extended trip but her debut form has been well advertised at Group level since — this ought to be a more suitable test back at a sharper distance. Trainer firing at 28% and our top-rated runner here; the concern is she has yet to get her head in front.