Thirsk

This can go to Sir Mark Prescott's 3yo BOSPHORUS ROSE who made it 2-3 in handicaps when forging clear at Catterick in July. This lightly raced filly is open to more progress and her wins have come on firm, good and soft ground. Last month's C&D winner Ancient Myth is feared most, ahead of Valley Of Flowers who has got back on track with creditable efforts in her last two runs. Tafsir could be dangerous on her drop back in grade, while another to keep an eye on is the well-handicapped Primo Lara.[David Moon]