GOLDEN DORE

DAVE HOPPERTON · SHAUN MCGRUDDY · 6yo Gelding

Returns from a lengthy lay-off of over a year, having last raced when winning narrowly in NMW 1yograde at Belmont Park after sitting just off the speed. He had earlier finished sixth at Ascot behind Buthelezi and has only trialled at Lark Hill two weeks ago. Proven at this track and trip, but race fitness is the sticking point.