14:45 newbury Tuesday 17th February 2026

TALAKAN (12) has been consistent this campaign. Was a neck second over 2m at Ludlow most recently after a placing at Ascot. Holds leading claims. GIANTSGRAVE (4) resumed with a placing at Lingfield then attempted 2m4f at Ffos Las when 25L fifth. Better than that and worth keeping safe. In the mix. LANCELOT ALLEN (6) finished sixteenth in the G1 Champion Bumper contesting 2m1/2f at Cheltenham last seen. Easier task now and can take a big step forward. Warrants serious consideration. GALASHIELS (3) was unplaced at Chepstow in a then improved tackling 1m7f at Wincanton running 11L third. Further progress possible. Worth including.