He won well the last time he ran on the polytrack, and that came over at Chelmsford. Today’s course (based on breeding) will suit even better. 

His more aggressive approach recently will also help him here, as he can get into a prominent position early from a wide draw. 0 wins in 10 when leading from a low draw so MUSCIKA may struggle.

I expect us to stalk the pace, which has a positive P/L of £18.38 to £1 stakes, winning 4 from 32 races (12.50%). If we do take up the running that’s no problem either.

A lot of jockeys who don’t tend to do well here are riding, whereas both trainer S Bin Suroor and jockey Jim Crowley know the course well and should excel. That extra experience will be key in the closing stages and may be the difference for us getting over the line in front.

Improvement likely to come and career best is on the cards at a nice price.