tracking leader when slightly hampered 2nd, 3rd from next, went 2nd after 4 out, shaken up to lead approaching last, came clear flat, eased near finish
7 19:40 Cheltenham 12 Dec 2009
Unicoin Homes Relkeel Hurdle (Class 1) (4YO plus)
2m 4f 110y Soft (Good to Soft in places)
tracked leading pair, went 2nd 3rd, led 4th, ridden and headed 2 out, driven and headed before last, no chance with winner
3 9
6 Shalone
5 10-12 141
held up behind leaders, mistake 3 out, ridden and outpaced after 2 out, shaken up into 3rd soon after last, never any chance with winner
left in lead 2nd, headed 4th, chased leaders, pushed along approaching 2 out, one pace and no impression when lost 2nd soon after last
took keen hold, held up and always in rear, struggling when mistake 2 out
led until mistake and unseated rider 2nd
