Timeform US SmartPlays: Sunday 16 August

#8 Lead Director - Woodbine R6 (20:50)

Lead Director was unraced as a two-year-old but made a pleasing start to his career when finishing runner-up over six furlongs here last month. He showed plenty of pace on that occasion, making the running, and the form he showed is a match for most of these. He remains open to improvement and can get off the mark.

#2 Souper Escape - Woodbine R8 (21:55)

Souper Escape arrives on the back of a four-and-a-half-length win over a mile here and looks the one to beat. That form is among the best on offer and she is clearly in great heart at present so there is every reason to expect a bold bid. Painting finished runner-up behind Souper Escape last time and may chase the selection home again.

#10 Reconfigure - Woodbine R9 (22:26)

Reconfigure is an eight-year-old but he has been in good form this season and was third over five furlongs here last time. The pick of his form is comfortably the best on offer and this looks a good opportunity. Thor's Rocket is inconsistent and hasn't been seen for a while, but he could be the big danger if brining his A-game.