Plumpton 5:08 Result

Small, weak NH Flat field with little proven form to go on. Company Charge is from a top NH Flat yard (Twiston-Davies) with a strong track record of producing bumper winners, carries the same top weight as Merci Vieil Ami, and already has experience (5U - unseated when apparently going well) suggesting ability. The addition of cheekpieces today (p) points to a positive intent from a stable known for placing horses well first/second time. Jamie Brace takes a normal 5lb allowance and rides regularly for the yard, another positive booking signal. On The Fly's promising second on debut (96) is the obvious market rival, but that was a maiden effort and this looks like a stronger field on paper given the calibre of connections elsewhere (Bass, Bowen jockey bookings). Given Company Charge's stable class, experience edge and intended handling with headgear, he looks the most likely sort to see out this longer 2m2f trip well, which often catches out first-time-out sorts. Backing him as the most complete, experienced runner with a leading yard's confidence behind him (via handicapping decision to add cheekpieces).