The 3.13 at Brighton is a seven-runner Class 5 handicap over the extended mile, run on good-to-firm ground, and it has the feel of a race where course craft could matter as much as raw ability.

Rogue Dynasty brings the strongest recent piece of form. She was narrowly beaten over this course and distance three weeks ago, travelling prominently and only being caught close home. That run has since been boosted, and a 1lb rise does not look harsh. She has become slightly costly to follow, with several near-misses, but she is genuine, handles fast ground, and looks the most solid runner in the field.

The main pace angle is King Of War, who arrives after winning over 7f at Brighton eight days ago. He has four course wins and could be dangerous if allowed to dictate. The doubt is the trip: all six of his wins have come at 7f, and this stiff turning mile may just stretch him late if pressed.

Buy The Dip is the obvious alternative. His Brighton record is excellent, reading 32142132224, and that kind of reliability around this track should never be underestimated. He usually needs delivering late, so he will want a fair gallop, but his recent all-weather form suggests he remains in good heart. At the right price, he may be the value play.

My Boy Harry is another late runner with claims. He has been busy this year but continues to run respectably, and his finishing effort often catches the eye. The concern is whether this small-field race is run strongly enough to bring him fully into it.

Of the others, Antiquity is back on a workable mark but has been below his best lately, while Marsh Benham has strong Brighton form but returns from a long absence and often gives himself ground to make up. Spirit Of Albion needs a revival in first-time blinkers after two poor recent efforts.

The race shape looks likely to favour those close to the speed, especially if King Of War controls matters. Even so, Rogue Dynasty’s recent course-and-distance form gives her a narrow edge. Buy The Dip appeals as the more price-sensitive alternative, particularly if the market overfocuses on the front two.

Verdict: Rogue Dynasty is the most likely winner, but Buy The Dip looks the value if available at around 4/1 or bigger.