Cliffs of Moher had the preferred inside draw at the Esher venue, but it turned out to be his undoing in Saturday's Coral Eclipse. He was badly hampered and was nearly brought down - so had no chance to be involved in the finish.

Sandown
1.50: Muthmir - 2pts ew at 11/2: 4th SP 9/2 (Skybet paying 5 places)
2.25: GM Hopkins - 1pt ew at 10/1: 2nd SP 8/1
3.35: Cliffs Of Moher - 2pts win at 2/1: 4th SP 7/4

Haydock
2.40: Abingdon - 2pts win at 15/8: 2nd SP 6/4
3.15: Big Country - 1pt ew at 13/2: unplaced SP 5/1
3.50: Kachy - 2pts win at 7/4: 2nd SP 11/8

It meant it was a frustrating afternoon, with three selections finishing runner up.

LW