so a slog through mud

has all of racing's finest rushing to bet hurricane fly at ludicrous odds for the 'champion' on which ground conditions are almost certain to be much different. not for, LAY I say.
oscar finished slightly closer than you'd expect, stable-companion, of the winner, thousand stars, was eased down after performing pace-making duties and unaccompanied has a serious physical problem; the other runner was a 'tree!'
don't be fooled and put off backing your choice despite the fact genius james 'I much prefer the flat' willoughby concurs with general opinion; why wouldn't he?
bookies offer 4/6, 2.04 on here...! the latter typifies it all.