Short run-in on the round course; improved straight drainage favours well-positioned front-runners.
Tight left-handed circuit; low draw a big advantage; suits handy, prominent runners.
Sharp right-handed, severe undulations; balance crucial; far rail favoured in testing ground.
Galloping courses that reward staying power and the ability to see out the trip.
Galloping with uphill closing stage; can be demanding for early-season juveniles.
Wide, fair left-handed flat course; favours long-striding gallopers; no inherent draw bias.