Stratford 6:45 Result

Getmyfriend is the clear standout on recent form: her figures read 3-1431, meaning she's won two of her last three starts and is currently in career-best form, including a recent win. Trained by Dan Skelton with Harry Skelton up - a top yard/jockey combo with strong hurdles strike rates - this is a stable-confidence booking rather than a conditional claimer. Her OR of 101 is competitive in this weak Class 5 field, and she's proven at this sort of trip. The improving profile, top connections, and momentum from a recent victory give her a genuine edge over this moderate field. Zucayan (3) is the obvious market rival with a recent win too (552-2F), and Fergal O'Brien is a strong yard, but his profile shows more inconsistency (multiple 5s) before the recent upturn, and he carries similar weight/OR. T Or Coffey (1) is talented on best form (won last time by the look of it) but the form line 9/31-6 shows some inconsistency and a below-par last run. Getmyfriend's trajectory - finishing 3rd, 1st, 4th, 3rd, 1st - shows a filly/mare improving into this grade under a stable rider, and with the artillery of the Skelton team behind her, she looks the most reliable each-way/win proposition. I'll oppose market sentiment toward T Or Coffey if he's favourite, as his form is patchier.