Newcastle

Fahrenheit Seven turned in a low-key effort in the Ayr Gold Cup on his first run for Robert Cowell but his sights are lowered today and he remains a sprinter of interest. He is returning from a 139-day absence here though and there are viable alternatives. Mr Lightside returns to action off a reduced mark and could go well, with course regulars Badri, Heavenly Heather and Paddy's Day also having something to recommend them. There is still an air of unfinished business surrounding Pilgrim and he is greatly respected dropping in class for his reappearance but there was no fluke about THE CALTONIAN's 6f win here last month and he can defy his 5lb rise.[Paul Smith]