A nice start to 2018 for the Appleby camp. Original quote: "By Royal Approval - Slightly poor last time out, but that was his first run for 3 months. Has come on for that and dropped a few pounds in the ratings too. The drop back from 7f to 6f will suit though as got a bit tired in the closing stages last time and hopeful the first-time blinkers will help keep his mind on the job too. Place claims, but only 7 runners."
