HOUSEMAN: Back the Chief to boss his rivals at Ayr

Newmarket handler Mark Wallace thinks the world of this four-year-old and it is easy to see why.

The four-year-old son of Tomba has had his problems in the past, but he has grown in strength and stature this season, as evidenced by his victory at Nottingham in April.

Given an effortless ride from Jamie Spencer, Chief Editor defeated a clutch of smart performers - several of whom have since franked the form - with some ease.

Wallace has been keen not to overreach his sprinter, who has not been seen on a racecourse since that success. Although the temptation must have been strong to turn him out during the last couple of months, his trainer's softly-softly approach can be vindicated in the 4.30 Stakes.

Wallace's charge, a winner of four of his eight starts, ideally needs plenty of cut in the ground to be at his best.

But, even if he does not receive optimum conditions, the gelding should still be too good for these rivals.

Linda Perrett can strengthen a fine record at the Scottish venue if Forrest Flyer runs to form in the 3.30 Handicap

The four-year-old loves to boss proceedings, but was unable to do so over course and distance earlier this month when finishing third in a trappy 14-runner contest.

With fewer opponents this time, expect Forrest Flyer to steal a march from the outset and win the day.

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