1. Chameron (FR) (3/1) Chameron has a speed rating of 60.97, ranking fourth among the horses. This fairly useful hurdler/chaser posted a good second place in first-time cheekpieces in a 5-runner chase at Down Royal (19.6f, soft) 11 days ago. Chameron should not be discounted, as the recent performance indicates potential for improvement.
2. Joke Dancer (7/1) Joke Dancer has the highest speed rating of 65.94. Despite some recent underwhelming performances, this horse’s speed rating suggests that it could be a serious contender and should not be overlooked. Joke Dancer landed a pair of handicaps at Kelso (17f) last spring and made a creditable return from a 5-month break when runner-up at Wetherby in October. However, it has been operating below that level since.
3. High Moon (7/2) High Moon has a speed rating of 64.37, which is the second-highest among the runners. Given its good form over fences and a 3 lb lower mark, High Moon remains a strong pick for this race. High Moon is a fairly useful hurdler who comes here in good nick over fences, finishing third of 7 in a handicap chase at Kelso (21.6f, good to soft) 24 days ago.
4. Diamond State (FR) (9/2) Diamond State has a speed rating of 62.9, ranking third among the horses. With a respectable performance in recent races, Diamond State should still be considered for the top 3 picks. Diamond State scored at Musselburgh in December and put up a respectable fight in a handicap chase at Musselburgh (20.3f, good to soft) 27 days ago, finishing second. Although not a match for the winner, he is still a strong competitor to consider.
5. Big Changes (2/1) Big Changes has a speed rating of 47.39, which is the lowest among the horses. However, it has shown impressive progress in recent races, with a hat-trick on the horizon after winning at Leicester and Doncaster. The refitted tongue strap seems to be working wonders, and even though he’s up another 3 lb, he remains a strong contender.

Top 3 Picks Based on Speed Ratings and Analysis:

1. Joke Dancer
2. High Moon
3. Diamond State (FR)

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