PEARLY SQUIRREL (1) was close to a maiden win before a seven months break, finishing off with a placing over 1000m at Beverley. Tackling a longer journey this time. Ready for a bold run while fresh. FRANCIS DRAKE (5) was beaten a nose into second at Lingfield All Weather two starts ago then finished 6 lengths from the winner in fourth last time at Newcastle All Weather. Shapes as one of the top chances. YEHUDI (10) did his best work late to finish third at his latest appearance at Wolverhampton over 1400m. Good signs last time and is worth including. SHERLOCK (9) was out of the money when resuming from a spell last start over 1400m at Wolverhampton, beaten 6 lengths. Fitter so watch for a better performance.