Bath 4:30 pm

AI Verdict

BUCKLAND BELLE stands head and shoulders above the field, her recent consistency and class marking her as the clear pick. Havana Club follows as the most credible alternative, backed by progressive form and a C+D victory, though his absence from the trip may slightly blunt his threat. Blue Hero remains a credible third option, his C+D win and experience lending him a touch of class, though his age and recent form are less compelling than the top two.

No other runner presents a serious challenge—Malakai Kite and Lovely Jubly lack the necessary form, while the rest are either overdue, unproven, or lack the competitive edge. Mbappe and Wildfell are the only outsiders with any faint merit, but their form and trip suitability are questionable. The race is a three-horse battle at the top.