SO DEUCE makes it third time lucky, pulling away for a taking debut victory in the hands of Ray Dawson.

The three-year-old son of Lope De Vega was a promising fourth at Yarmouth on his latest start, and he progressed in pleasing fashion to claim this afternoon's 1m Maiden contest at Leicester. Settled in behind the leaders, So Deuce enjoyed a lovely trip into the race, responding gamely when asked to challenge for the lead. 1f from home he took up the lead, opening up to win going away.

Congratulations to Mr Matsushima.