Hi Chaps,
I have come across this today as I have been checking through my recently acquired TF. The handle which releases the front bonnet latch was certainly harder to pull then on my F; so I sprayed plenty of WD in and around the latch plate in the hope some will get to the latch mechanism, and also several squirts down the cable sleeve. It certainly is better then what it was, but this post from tfortinks made me think what would I have done if the cable had broke.
I couldn't see a way of getting at the latch from below without removing the front spoiler so would appreciate any advice which helps me access the cable at the front end. It probably needs a good greasing that's all.
I should have done the research first, but I have just found an interesting "How To" under the Bodywork category from PQD44 regarding this, which I think is an excellent idea, I love back up plans.