21Jackpot

The standard is set by the 128-rated KRIPTICJIM, who got off the mark over hurdles at the second time of asking last time out. He travelled into the race well that day and saw out the 2m3f trip strongly to win by 3¼ lengths, suggesting that today’s slightly longer distance will only further enhance his chances. That was only a four-runner affair, but he beat a 128-rated horse that day, and those lining up in this race will have to improve considerably on their previous efforts to be able to surpass that sort of level. He has the penalty to carry today, but he looks the sort who will prove a class above these, and he makes for a strong selection.