Southwell (AW) 8:30 Result

Come On Over has the highest OR (76) in the field and a strong recent form line of 441222 - consistently placing/winning, with his last run just 8 days ago showing he's in form and fit. The addition of a visor for this run suggests the yard is looking for an extra sharpening edge, and David O'Meara is a top-level trainer who knows how to place horses at this level. Billy Garritty is a capable, in-form jockey. The improving 3yo profile against some of these older, more exposed handicappers is a big plus - he looks to still be improving while several rivals (Kats Bob, New Image) look to have found their competitive ceiling based on recent inconsistent form. Draw 14 is wide but at 6f on standard AW Southwell this isn't necessarily a big disadvantage, and with a stiff test up the field pace should sort itself out. Massimo Blue (533114) and Mr Cool (231313) both have solid recent form and are respectable others, but Come On Over's higher rating, fresher scope for improvement as a 3yo, and quick current form cycle give him the best combination of proven ability and upward trajectory. He looks the most attractively-poised runner in a competitive, well-matched field.