'He's a course winner on soft ground'

Ascot Adventure is a winner on soft ground and Clive Cox is hoping the same conditions will suit him at Haydock. Seasett is also a good hope for Charlie Fellowes. The race starts at 1.50pm on Thursday. There are 14 runners. The winner will be decided on the basis of the distance. It is expected to be heavy.

John Butler has had a difficult year with his horses. He has reached 50 winners in a year for the first time. Ivasecret won at Kempton on Wednesday evening. Rhythm N Rock is his representative at Haydock. He was disappointed with him at Ascot. The Yarmouth run was good. It was the best campaign for Butler's team. They have also had some success at York. For a small yard, it's a big achievement to get 50 Flat winners at this time of year.