Mak made it four wins for the year, dropped back to 7f under Jimmy at Ayr. The decision to run potentially “well in” at the weights following his close second at Ripon last week paid off. Settled at the back as usual by Jimmy, the pair stormed up the near side to win by more than a length.

MAKALU, back in trip and down in grade off the same mark as Ripon, appreciated the reasonable gallop and came from off the pace to win in snug fashion, this a fourth success of 2024. He’ll remain of interest over 7f and a mile.”

Racing Post, 2024

MAKALU has turned around this year and he seems to be enjoying his racing now. I think he likes dropping in and staying on from the back and it gives him confidence. He’s very gutsy when he does get there, he puts his head down and tries.”

James Sullivan, 2024