Deauville 08 August 2026
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In good form and finished 3rd in a Listed at Compiegne over 2,000m on 20 June 2026. Capable on his day and loves soft ground
In good form and finished 3rd in a Listed at Compiegne over 2,000m on 20 June 2026. Capable on his day and loves soft ground
Won on his latest start over 2400m in a Listed race at Goodwood (UK) on June 7. Seems to be progressive and can not be overlooked
Won on his latest start over 2400m in a Listed race at Goodwood (UK) on June 7. Seems to be progressive and can not be overlooked
Recent success over 2400m in a Listed race at Lyon Parilly on June 22 and placed before that on two runs. Honest performer who can make his presence felt
Recent success over 2400m in a Listed race at Lyon Parilly on June 22 and placed before that on two runs. Honest performer who can make his presence felt
Excellent runner-up in a Group 2 at Longchamp over 2,800m on 14 July 2026. Useful operator and has solid credentials
Excellent runner-up in a Group 2 at Longchamp over 2,800m on 14 July 2026. Useful operator and has solid credentials
Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Group 2 at Chantilly over 2,400m on 31 May 2026. Back from a short layoff and warrants respect
Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Group 2 at Chantilly over 2,400m on 31 May 2026. Back from a short layoff and warrants respect
Outclassed the opposition in a Listed at Vichy over 2,400m on 20 July 2026 to remain unbeaten after three runs. Steps up in class today and might find a few of these too smart
Outclassed the opposition in a Listed at Vichy over 2,400m on 20 July 2026 to remain unbeaten after three runs. Steps up in class today and might find a few of these too smart
PARACHUTISTE (4) was a decent second on his latest start in the Prix Maurice De Nieuil (Gr.2) at Parislongchamp when last seen in mid-July and has strong claims for going one place better today. His main threat could be TENABILITY (2), who scored in a Listed race at Goodwood (UK) on his latest start in June and seems to be improving. PRESAGE NOCTURNE (3) finds it hard to run a bad race and won well in a Listed race at Lyon Parilly in late June on his latest start and can have a say at the business end. ORACLE (5) heads the rest.
Placed 4th last time in the Rose Bowl Stakes (Listed) at Newbury over 1200m on July 17. Travels from the UK and can make his presence felt
Placed 4th last time in the Rose Bowl Stakes (Listed) at Newbury over 1200m on July 17. Travels from the UK and can make his presence felt
Good effort to be 2nd in a Listed race at Deauville on July 4 over 1000m on her latest start. Won on debut and looks like a useful prospect
Good effort to be 2nd in a Listed race at Deauville on July 4 over 1000m on her latest start. Won on debut and looks like a useful prospect
Recent success in a conditions race over 1000m at Beverley (UK) on July 20. Steps up in class and warrants respect
Recent success in a conditions race over 1000m at Beverley (UK) on July 20. Steps up in class and warrants respect
Won on the latest start in a conditions race at Wolverhampton (UK) on the all-weather track on July 6. Ought to be in the shake-up
Won on the latest start in a conditions race at Wolverhampton (UK) on the all-weather track on July 6. Ought to be in the shake-up
Showed promise and was third in a Class 3 at Lyon-Parilly over 1,350m on 22 June 2026. She might find this challenging
Showed promise and was third in a Class 3 at Lyon-Parilly over 1,350m on 22 June 2026. She might find this challenging
Finished 6th on her latest start over 1050m at Newbury (UK) in a conditions race on July 18. Has work to do to be involved
Finished 6th on her latest start over 1050m at Newbury (UK) in a conditions race on July 18. Has work to do to be involved
Finished 4th on her sole start over 1200m at Prague (CZE) in a conditions race on June 21. She needs vast progress to make the frame
Finished 4th on her sole start over 1200m at Prague (CZE) in a conditions race on June 21. She needs vast progress to make the frame
Finished 3rd on her latest start over 1000m at Windsor (UK) in a conditions race on July 13. More needed to make the frame
Finished 3rd on her latest start over 1000m at Windsor (UK) in a conditions race on July 13. More needed to make the frame
DRAZINDA (2) made a winning debut before finding the step up to Royal Ascot a little too much on just her second start. She showed improved form when runner-up in a Listed race last time and can prove too strong for her rivals. SOCIAL SYMBOL (1), who travels from the UK after finishing fourth in a Listed contest at Newbury over 1200m, rates the main danger, with the drop back in trip likely to suit. KENTUCKY RAIN (3) scored in a conditions race in the UK on her latest outing and commands respect. ROXELINA (4) appeals as the best of the rest.
Successful in a Class 2 Handicap at Compiegne over 1,600m on 28 July 2026. Looks capable of following up
Successful in a Class 2 Handicap at Compiegne over 1,600m on 28 July 2026. Looks capable of following up
Unplaced in a Class 3 Handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1,500m on 24 February 2026. Lacks consistency and can be opposed
Unplaced in a Class 3 Handicap at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1,500m on 24 February 2026. Lacks consistency and can be opposed
Finished 12th in a Class 2 Handicap at Longchamp over 1,800m on 15 June 2026. Needs to bounce back to his best to feature
Finished 12th in a Class 2 Handicap at Longchamp over 1,800m on 15 June 2026. Needs to bounce back to his best to feature
Fourth in a Class 3 Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1,600m on 5 July 2026. Has to enter each-way calculations
Fourth in a Class 3 Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1,600m on 5 July 2026. Has to enter each-way calculations
Unplaced in a Class 2 Handicap at Vichy over 1,400m on 20 July 2026. Has dropped in the ratings and is capable of getting back on track
Unplaced in a Class 2 Handicap at Vichy over 1,400m on 20 July 2026. Has dropped in the ratings and is capable of getting back on track
In good form and finished 3rd in a Class 3 Handicap at Vichy over 1,600m on 25 July 2026. Consistent and can make the frame
In good form and finished 3rd in a Class 3 Handicap at Vichy over 1,600m on 25 July 2026. Consistent and can make the frame
Outclassed the opposition in a Class 3 Handicap at Vichy over 1,400m on 20 July 2026. One to pay close attention to
Outclassed the opposition in a Class 3 Handicap at Vichy over 1,400m on 20 July 2026. One to pay close attention to
Unplaced last time over 1800m at Compiegne in a Class 3 race on July 10. He won in the UK last year over 1600m. Ought to be in the shake-up
Unplaced last time over 1800m at Compiegne in a Class 3 race on July 10. He won in the UK last year over 1600m. Ought to be in the shake-up
Won in a Class 3 Handicap at Clairefontaine over 1,600m on 11 July 2026. More is needed to trouble some of these
Won in a Class 3 Handicap at Clairefontaine over 1,600m on 11 July 2026. More is needed to trouble some of these
He finished 8th in a Class 3 Handicap at Longchamp over 1,800m on 15 June 2026 when last seen. Others make more appeal
He finished 8th in a Class 3 Handicap at Longchamp over 1,800m on 15 June 2026 when last seen. Others make more appeal
Fifth in a Class 3 Handicap at Dieppe over 1,800m on 18 July 2026. Can blow hot and cold and is hard to trust
Fifth in a Class 3 Handicap at Dieppe over 1,800m on 18 July 2026. Can blow hot and cold and is hard to trust
Fifth in a Maiden at Vichy over 1,400m on 22 July 2026 on his latest start. Lightly raced and can be on the premises
Fifth in a Maiden at Vichy over 1,400m on 22 July 2026 on his latest start. Lightly raced and can be on the premises
Showed some improvement when fourth in a Class 3 Handicap at Longchamp over 1,400m on 9 July 2026. Can make the frame at attractive odds
Showed some improvement when fourth in a Class 3 Handicap at Longchamp over 1,400m on 9 July 2026. Can make the frame at attractive odds
Victorious in a Class 3 Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1,400m on 5 July 2026. Seeking a hat-trick of wins, but this looks more difficult
Victorious in a Class 3 Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1,400m on 5 July 2026. Seeking a hat-trick of wins, but this looks more difficult
Outclassed the opposition in a Class 3 Handicap at Saint Malo over 1,800m on 1 August 2026. Capable of making the top four
Outclassed the opposition in a Class 3 Handicap at Saint Malo over 1,800m on 1 August 2026. Capable of making the top four
Not disgraced when third in a Class 4 at Granville over 1,700m on 28 June 2026. Among the leading each-way chances
Not disgraced when third in a Class 4 at Granville over 1,700m on 28 June 2026. Among the leading each-way chances
SAXON VILLAGE (1) won gamely in a Class 2 handicap at Compiegne on his latest start and holds strong claims of following up. His main threat may be AMIDARGENT (5), who has slipped to a workable mark since scoring off a higher rating last October. MARHARRY (4) has been in good form on his last two outings, including a victory at Compiegne in June on his penultimate start, and is difficult to overlook. HONEY PEARL (7) arrives on the back of a win at Vichy in late July and can play a leading role despite a rise in the weights. WICKED (8) completes the shortlist.
Colt by Cotai Glory, the dam ran a few times. Can be expected to improve for this run and others make more appeal
Colt by Cotai Glory, the dam ran a few times. Can be expected to improve for this run and others make more appeal
Colt by Camelot, the dam was placed once from four runs. Likely to need further in time and he is best watched with the future in mind
Colt by Camelot, the dam was placed once from four runs. Likely to need further in time and he is best watched with the future in mind
Colt by Territories, the dam won 2 races. Stable runners warrant respect on debut and he is worth a market check for clues
Colt by Territories, the dam won 2 races. Stable runners warrant respect on debut and he is worth a market check for clues
Colt by Havana Grey, the dam never ran in France. Can improve for this debut run and does not appeal as a likely first time out winner
Colt by Havana Grey, the dam never ran in France. Can improve for this debut run and does not appeal as a likely first time out winner
Colt by Frankel, the dam won 2 races including a Listed race and a Group 3 race. Choice pedigree and from a top stable. He will be well tuned for his debut run and can be involved
Colt by Frankel, the dam won 2 races including a Listed race and a Group 3 race. Choice pedigree and from a top stable. He will be well tuned for his debut run and can be involved
Colt by Blue Point, the dam never ran in France. Some good aspects to his profile and he is worth considering if the betting vibes are active
Colt by Blue Point, the dam never ran in France. Some good aspects to his profile and he is worth considering if the betting vibes are active
Colt by Kingman, the dam won 7 races including 3 Grade 3 races in the USA and was second in a Grade 1. Half-brother to the classy Sunly (Listed and Group 3 winner). Well-bred and from a leading trainer. One to pay attention to
Colt by Kingman, the dam won 7 races including 3 Grade 3 races in the USA and was second in a Grade 1. Half-brother to the classy Sunly (Listed and Group 3 winner). Well-bred and from a leading trainer. One to pay attention to
Colt by Hello Youmzain, the dam won 3 races. Bought for 130,000 euros and from a trainer that knows the time of day. The betting can be the most informative guide
Colt by Hello Youmzain, the dam won 3 races. Bought for 130,000 euros and from a trainer that knows the time of day. The betting can be the most informative guide
Colt by Thunder Moon, the dam was placed a few times.The booking of leading rider Maxime Guyon catches the eye and he is one to watch closely in the betting for any market moves
Colt by Thunder Moon, the dam was placed a few times.The booking of leading rider Maxime Guyon catches the eye and he is one to watch closely in the betting for any market moves
Colt by Minzaal, the dam won 1 race in Ireland. Stable runners tend to need a run or two to reach full fitness and he can improve for this outing
Colt by Minzaal, the dam won 1 race in Ireland. Stable runners tend to need a run or two to reach full fitness and he can improve for this outing
Colt by Saxon Warrior, the dam won 1 race and was Listed placed in Germany. Nice profile and he is worth a market inspection for any support
Colt by Saxon Warrior, the dam won 1 race and was Listed placed in Germany. Nice profile and he is worth a market inspection for any support
CRITICAL THINKER (5) is from the Fabre powerhouse and has a taking pedigree. He will be nicely tuned and a bold show can be expected. His main threat could be CHARGED (7), who is a half-brother to Sunly (Listed and Group 3) winner. He is from a trainer that excels with newcomers. TORTSANLOT (9) has the assistance of Maxime Guyon and is worth a market check on his debut, as is FAHRENHEIT (8), who was a 130,000 euros purchase and looks good on paper and could be useful.
Daughter of Naval Crown and the dam was unraced. This filly will likely need the experience on debut and doesn't make any appeal
Daughter of Naval Crown and the dam was unraced. This filly will likely need the experience on debut and doesn't make any appeal
Dam won once over 1600m and this filly is the first foal. She represents top owners and should be respected. Include
Dam won once over 1600m and this filly is the first foal. She represents top owners and should be respected. Include
Dam was a winner of three over 2200m/2400m with a Listed race in Germany. Siblings have won race and one to included
Dam was a winner of three over 2200m/2400m with a Listed race in Germany. Siblings have won race and one to included
Dam was unraced and there aren't any siblings to compare here to. From a leading yard so warrants a market check
Dam was unraced and there aren't any siblings to compare here to. From a leading yard so warrants a market check
Dam was unraced and this daughter of Seabhac will more than likely benefit from a few runs. Hard ask on debut
Dam was unraced and this daughter of Seabhac will more than likely benefit from a few runs. Hard ask on debut
Dam raced three times without winning and this filly is a half sister to La Maritza who has won twice over 1400m/1600m. Could benefit from the run
Dam raced three times without winning and this filly is a half sister to La Maritza who has won twice over 1400m/1600m. Could benefit from the run
Dam won three times from 1600m - 2100m which included a win in Listed and Group 3 company. Makes plenty appeal and will go close
Dam won three times from 1600m - 2100m which included a win in Listed and Group 3 company. Makes plenty appeal and will go close
Dam was a maiden after three runs and this filly is related to Slalom who is a one time winner over 2400m. Could earn a minor spot
Dam was a maiden after three runs and this filly is related to Slalom who is a one time winner over 2400m. Could earn a minor spot
Dam won once over 1200m and this filly is related to two winners over 1200m. Top rider engaged so worth a market check
Dam won once over 1200m and this filly is related to two winners over 1200m. Top rider engaged so worth a market check
Dam was unraced and this filly doesn't appear as a likely debut winner. Others make more appeal first up
Dam was unraced and this filly doesn't appear as a likely debut winner. Others make more appeal first up
Dam won twice in Australia over 2000m and this filly is likely looking for further. Easy to look elsewhere
Dam won twice in Australia over 2000m and this filly is likely looking for further. Easy to look elsewhere
Dam won three times over 1800m/2000m and this included a win at Listed level. Full sister to Rumoriste, winner over 2100m/2400 in Listed company. Big claims first up
Dam won three times over 1800m/2000m and this included a win at Listed level. Full sister to Rumoriste, winner over 2100m/2400 in Listed company. Big claims first up
This could be a very warm race for these debutants and SUCRE NABAT (7) makes a great deal of appeal on paper. This daughter of Dubawi should know the business first time and will be in the firing line. KRITIC (12) is a nicely bred filly by Frankel and hails from a yard who can ready them up on debut. She will run a big race. GEMINI (3) is a daughter of the talented Baaeed and her female line makes for good reading. LAILISSA (2) is for the powerful Aga Khan stud and is another who could make her presence felt on debut.
Finished 8th over 2400m at Doncaster in a Class 2 on 9 July 2026. Meets tougher and will be tested here
Finished 8th over 2400m at Doncaster in a Class 2 on 9 July 2026. Meets tougher and will be tested here
Made short work of rivals in a Maiden at Chantilly over 2400m on 19 June 2026. Confidence up and he can threaten here
Made short work of rivals in a Maiden at Chantilly over 2400m on 19 June 2026. Confidence up and he can threaten here
Runner-up in a Class 1 at Dieppe over 3000m on 18 July 2026. Ticks a lot of boxes and will be very competitive
Runner-up in a Class 1 at Dieppe over 3000m on 18 July 2026. Ticks a lot of boxes and will be very competitive
Finished 3rd in a Class 1 at Dieppe over 3000m on 18 July 2026. Can run into a minor spot at best here
Finished 3rd in a Class 1 at Dieppe over 3000m on 18 July 2026. Can run into a minor spot at best here
Excellent runner-up in a Group 3 at Chantilly over 2,400m on 14 June 2026. Leading chance
Excellent runner-up in a Group 3 at Chantilly over 2,400m on 14 June 2026. Leading chance
Won in a Class 1 at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 17 April 2026. Progressive sort and should run very well
Won in a Class 1 at Saint-Cloud over 2400m on 17 April 2026. Progressive sort and should run very well
Finished 2nd over 2400m in Poland on 5 July 2026. Back on French soil and he will need to step up big time to play a role
Finished 2nd over 2400m in Poland on 5 July 2026. Back on French soil and he will need to step up big time to play a role
Showed good improvement and was a winner in a Class 2 at Dieppe over 2400m on 18 July 2026. Meets a lot stronger but can surprise for the placings
Showed good improvement and was a winner in a Class 2 at Dieppe over 2400m on 18 July 2026. Meets a lot stronger but can surprise for the placings
Winner over 2400m at Vichy in a divided handicap on 21 July 2026. Steps up in class and will need to improve to feature
Winner over 2400m at Vichy in a divided handicap on 21 July 2026. Steps up in class and will need to improve to feature
VICTOIRE MAGIQUE (5) sets a very good standard on his latest performance and rates the one they all need to beat. AERONEF (6) has turned the corner this year and goes in search of that hat-trick. He has more to come and will rate a serious threat. BOX OFFICER (3) is in fine touch at present and despite bumping into a couple useful sorts, he will play a strong hand in the outcome. BARZAMBITION (2) is hard to fault and can only progress straight out the maidens.
Not disgraced when 3rd in a Listed at Deauville over 1,600m on 4 July 2026. Improving mare and can feature
Not disgraced when 3rd in a Listed at Deauville over 1,600m on 4 July 2026. Improving mare and can feature
Finished 8th in a Listed at Longchamp over 1600m on 14 May 2026. This is a tough ask for her and she may struggle
Finished 8th in a Listed at Longchamp over 1600m on 14 May 2026. This is a tough ask for her and she may struggle
Winner over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 2 divided handicap on the 5th of July 2026. Up in class but could sneak into a placing
Winner over 1600m at Saint-Cloud in a Class 2 divided handicap on the 5th of July 2026. Up in class but could sneak into a placing
In good form and finished 3rd in a Class 2 Handicap at Newmarket over 1400m on 11 July 2026. This is a lot tougher
In good form and finished 3rd in a Class 2 Handicap at Newmarket over 1400m on 11 July 2026. This is a lot tougher
Finished 8th behind a reopposing sort over 1400m at Newmarket in a Class 2 handicap on the 11th of July 2026. Will struggle here
Finished 8th behind a reopposing sort over 1400m at Newmarket in a Class 2 handicap on the 11th of July 2026. Will struggle here
Moderate finish in 8th over 1400m at Deauville in a Listed race on the 4th of July 2026. Will be a surprise winner
Moderate finish in 8th over 1400m at Deauville in a Listed race on the 4th of July 2026. Will be a surprise winner
Winner over 1600m at Ascot in the UK on the 11th of July 2026. First run on French soil and she can mount a challenge
Winner over 1600m at Ascot in the UK on the 11th of July 2026. First run on French soil and she can mount a challenge
Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Listed at Deauville over 1400m on 4 July 2026. Bright winning chance
Threatening to win and was runner-up in a Listed at Deauville over 1400m on 4 July 2026. Bright winning chance
Showed promise and was third in a Listed at Deauville over 1500m on 27 June 2026. Has plenty more to come and will go well
Showed promise and was third in a Listed at Deauville over 1500m on 27 June 2026. Has plenty more to come and will go well
Has struggled of late, finishing 7th in a Listed at Deauville over 1400m on 4 July 2026. Will have her work cut out to win
Has struggled of late, finishing 7th in a Listed at Deauville over 1400m on 4 July 2026. Will have her work cut out to win
DACHKOVA (8) just found one too good last time out and she will be looking to go one better. She rises in trip and this could unlock further improvement. ABBEY ROAD (9) performed with plenty of credit last time out and will enjoy reverting back to the turf where she can find a length or two. LA MANDALA (1) is a mare who has hit her straps nicely and should be bang there at the line. ROSA INGLESA (7) is holding excellent international form and will make her presence felt in this company.
Finished 8th in a Class 3 Handicap at Longchamp over 1400m on 7 June 2026. Better latest effort and can surprise at odds
Finished 8th in a Class 3 Handicap at Longchamp over 1400m on 7 June 2026. Better latest effort and can surprise at odds
Finished 13th in a Class 3 Handicap at Longchamp over 1400m on 9 July 2026. Will be a shock winner on current form
Finished 13th in a Class 3 Handicap at Longchamp over 1400m on 9 July 2026. Will be a shock winner on current form
Outclassed the opposition in a Maiden at Cholet over 1350m on 30 June 2026. Loving life at present and has an each way shout here
Outclassed the opposition in a Maiden at Cholet over 1350m on 30 June 2026. Loving life at present and has an each way shout here
Unplaced in 9th spot in a Class 3 Handicap at Vichy over 1400m on 20 July 2026. Erratic sort but very capable
Unplaced in 9th spot in a Class 3 Handicap at Vichy over 1400m on 20 July 2026. Erratic sort but very capable
Finished 12th in a Class 3 at Clairefontaine over 1600m on 6 July 2026. Hard to assess and others make more appeal
Finished 12th in a Class 3 at Clairefontaine over 1600m on 6 July 2026. Hard to assess and others make more appeal
In good form and finished 3rd in a Class 3 Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 5 July 2026. Should be in the firing line once again
In good form and finished 3rd in a Class 3 Handicap at Saint-Cloud over 1400m on 5 July 2026. Should be in the firing line once again
Finished 10th over 1800m at Compiegne in a divided handicap on 9 June 2026. Will battle to challenge this lot
Finished 10th over 1800m at Compiegne in a divided handicap on 9 June 2026. Will battle to challenge this lot
Finished 7th in a Class 4 Handicap at Vichy over 1600m on 13 May 2026. Current form doesn't make much appeal
Finished 7th in a Class 4 Handicap at Vichy over 1600m on 13 May 2026. Current form doesn't make much appeal
Finished 2nd in a Class 3 Handicap at Longchamp over 1400m on 9 July 2026. Should provide a strong challenge
Finished 2nd in a Class 3 Handicap at Longchamp over 1400m on 9 July 2026. Should provide a strong challenge
Made short work of rivals in a Maiden at Vichy over 1400m on 22 July 2026. Has plenty more to come and should go close
Made short work of rivals in a Maiden at Vichy over 1400m on 22 July 2026. Has plenty more to come and should go close
Successful in a Class 3 Handicap at Longchamp over 1400m on 9 July 2026. In good form and should be a threat
Successful in a Class 3 Handicap at Longchamp over 1400m on 9 July 2026. In good form and should be a threat
Only modest and finished 7th in a Class 3 Handicap at Compiegne over 1600m on 28 July 2026. Others inspire more confidence
Only modest and finished 7th in a Class 3 Handicap at Compiegne over 1600m on 28 July 2026. Others inspire more confidence
Has only been modest and finished 6th in a Class 3 Handicap at Compiegne over 1600m on 28 July 2026. Drawn well but more is needed
Has only been modest and finished 6th in a Class 3 Handicap at Compiegne over 1600m on 28 July 2026. Drawn well but more is needed
Showed promise and was third in a Class 4 Handicap at Vittel over 1600m on 19 July 2026. Can pop up for a minor spot at a price
Showed promise and was third in a Class 4 Handicap at Vittel over 1600m on 19 July 2026. Can pop up for a minor spot at a price
Finished 5th in a Class 3 Handicap at Compiegne over 1600m on 28 July 2026. Will need to do more to challenge here
Finished 5th in a Class 3 Handicap at Compiegne over 1600m on 28 July 2026. Will need to do more to challenge here
Finished 5th in a Class 4 Handicap at Du Lion D'Angers over 1400m on 24 July 2026. This is tougher and he has his work cut out
Finished 5th in a Class 4 Handicap at Du Lion D'Angers over 1400m on 24 July 2026. This is tougher and he has his work cut out
HADITOUNI (10) put his hooves in all the right places as he landed victory last time out and with Mikael Barzalona is the irons once again, he can go back to back. LIGHTNING RAID (6) has been holding solid form ever since his second outing and with a bit of luck in running, he should go well. MON BLACK DU LIVET (9) has produced three excellent runs off late and ticks a lot of boxes here. LEOPARDUCCIO (1) has been dropping in the ratings and showed improvement last time out which can stand him in good stead here.
