Battled on well and only just denied. Original quote: "Below par in recent efforts but likes it here and slipping down the handicap. Would have a great chance if anything like back to his best but needs a change in fortune on the way round. Rider knows him well and not too badly drawn for a change, so can't be discounted."
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