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CHURCHFIELD SYD (9.20) has leadability claims in the Arena Racing Company Laurels Final at Perry Barr tonight and can land a famous and emotional win.

- JONATHAN HOBBS

In the last major competition at the Birmingham track before it passes the baton to Dunstall Park, Wolverhampton, later in the year, the former Wimbledon Classic winner might see a former Plough Lane-based trainer lift the trophy in a high-class affair.

Richard Rees’ runner, a multiple Category One winner, has the early gears to lead outside, albeit mistakes will be costly in a brilliant field which includes Oaks champion Druids Say Go and Gold Collar hero Aayamza Sydney, the new track record holder.

Tonight’s Laurels card is on Gone To The Dogs - Live! with seven Perry Barr races featured along with the bet365 Hunt Cup Final at Oxford.