17:10 aqueduct Sunday 15th March 2026

MERCILESANIHILATOR (3) was in commission second up last start and was in the frame for the second time in as many runs this prep, finishing third over 6½f at this track (Dirt). Overdue and gets his chance to break through. MANHATTAN CHROME (5) won his maiden over this course and distance last start, getting the verdict by one length. Is lightly raced and has plenty of scope for improvement. Shaping up nicely and he should be in the finish again. ESCAPE HALL (1) started at 4/1 last time but could only manage fourth, beaten 6 lengths, at this track over 6½f. Should be poised just off the lead. Sure to be competitive. MO SPICE (6) proved too strong two runs ago but couldn't follow that up last time out when second over 6½f at this track, beaten 4. 5 lengths. Well placed and can make amends.