Very hard to oppose Love Struck at the weights and Francois Bernardus on his recent form, I think there is more to come from both and it makes for a very interesting contest. Thoughts aside though and pen to paper, it's more open than it seems I believe.
Well for starters, Love Struck although perfectly weighted to win will battle as it's proven time and time again for horses who travel, taking nothing away from it's remarkable form I do prefer others but agree it's a champion and that you will get a great ride for your money come race day.
Francois Bernardus has displayed his worthiness on his last start when jumping up in class and winning relatively easy, takes a special type to do that. As shown in his recent starts the confidence regarding the distance is a looming factor, 01st Sept 2012 he ran over the 1200m at 33/10 and won by almost 4 lengths, next start 03rd November step up in trip to 1400m at 33/1 and won by a 1/4 length beating The Hangman, Up in class on race day tomorrow and somewhat out at the weights slightly considering the step up in trip, carrying 52kg when beating The Hangman... I'm sorry I just cannot see Francois Bernardus winning let alone running a place. Not denying he's a special sort and one for the future.
Rock of Arts 3rd run after a rest, will have to run on from barrier 15 but with a 24+ 400m to finish I can't see him featuring.
Alexander Palace without a doubt a big runner, I have little fault to find and despite a saddle slip in his first start he's done little wrong. Is this a champion? Without a Question!!
Last runner to mention, the Woodruff owned and trained Tellina, Fradd aboard and a decent draw looks the biggest improver despite taking a massive jump in class, No Worries seems to have his number but I believe Tellina has much improved since then. If Tellina jumps on terms come race day it's all over in less than 95.99 seconds.
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