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Temperature: 2.8° - 17.5°
Rainfall: none
Wind: 7.4 mph E
Forecast: Sunny
Temperature: 2.8° - 17.5°
Rainfall: none
Wind: 7.4 mph E
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A winner at 5f on good ground. Beaten 13l behind Winter Power at 11-1 when 10th of 11 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Cornwallis Stakes at Newmarket over 5f (soft) in October last year.
A winner at 5f on good ground. Beaten 13l behind Winter Power at 11-1 when 10th of 11 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Cornwallis Stakes at Newmarket over 5f (soft) in October last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | A Kirby | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | C G Cox | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Finished 9l behind Winter Power when sixth of 11 at 16-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Cornwallis Stakes at Newmarket over 5f (soft) in October last year.
A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Finished 9l behind Winter Power when sixth of 11 at 16-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Cornwallis Stakes at Newmarket over 5f (soft) in October last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D Tudhope | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| T | D O'Meara | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3l behind Rohaan when fifth of 8 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 6f last month.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3l behind Rohaan when fifth of 8 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 6f last month.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 11 | 3 | 4 | 27.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W Buick | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | George Scott | 11 | 3 | 4 | 27.3% |
Successful at 5f and 6f on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 15-8fav at Wolverhampton over 5f last month, beating Bert Kibbler by 1 3/4l.
Successful at 5f and 6f on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 15-8fav at Wolverhampton over 5f last month, beating Bert Kibbler by 1 3/4l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 8 | 2 | 4 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | David Egan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Richard Hughes | 8 | 2 | 4 | 25% |
Successful twice at 5f on good and soft ground. Finished 3l behind Hey Mr when fourth of 5 at 3-1co-fav on his latest outing at Nottingham over 5f (soft) in October last year.
Successful twice at 5f on good and soft ground. Finished 3l behind Hey Mr when fourth of 5 at 3-1co-fav on his latest outing at Nottingham over 5f (soft) in October last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Hollie Doyle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | M Appleby | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
FIRST EDITION failed to fire on his final start in 2020, where soft ground would have been against him, but it is far too soon to be writing him off. Clive Cox's colt had been an impressive maiden winner over C&D in September and was then not disgraced when fourth in the Group 2 Mill Reef at Newbury. It would be no surprise to see him play a leading role back on a decent surface this afternoon. Nomadic Empire made the frame in Listed company twice as a juvenile and he is an obvious threat to the selection. Charlie Fellowes and Nelson Gay are both fit from the all-weather but they will need to improve if the selection is ready to go on his return to action.
NELSON GAY arrives in search of a hat-trick and his rivals don't look all that well-treated, so he's fancied to continue on an upward curve and open his account on turf. Fantasy Master could pose a threat if he gets going soon enough, while First Edition may do better still this season.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 11-2 at Musselburgh over 1m (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Forest Falcon by 1/2l.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 11-2 at Musselburgh over 1m (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Forest Falcon by 1/2l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B A Curtis | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | M Johnston | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Fundamental when fourth of 7 at 3-1 on his latest outing at Chelmsford City over 1m earlier this month.
A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Fundamental when fourth of 7 at 3-1 on his latest outing at Chelmsford City over 1m earlier this month.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W Buick | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | C Appleby | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
Won on his latest outing when 4-11fav at Redcar over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Poet's King by 4l.
Won on his latest outing when 4-11fav at Redcar over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Poet's King by 4l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Doyle | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | S & E Crisford | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
Won on his latest outing when 4-9fav at Kempton over 7f in November last year, beating Ahlawi by 3 1/2l.
Won on his latest outing when 4-9fav at Kempton over 7f in November last year, beating Ahlawi by 3 1/2l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R L Moore | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | J & T Gosden | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Third of 16 behind Mithras beaten 2 1/4l at 4-1 on his latest outing at Newbury over 7f (good) earlier this month.
A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Third of 16 behind Mithras beaten 2 1/4l at 4-1 on his latest outing at Newbury over 7f (good) earlier this month.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S M Levey | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | R Hannon | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
A winner at 7f on good ground. Finished 11l behind Wobwobwob when sixth of 8 at 18-5 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 7f (soft) in October last year.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Finished 11l behind Wobwobwob when sixth of 8 at 18-5 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 7f (soft) in October last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Andrea Atzeni | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Sir Michael Stoute | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
A winner at 7f. Finished 6l behind Soundslikethunder when sixth of 11 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 7f (good) last month.
A winner at 7f. Finished 6l behind Soundslikethunder when sixth of 11 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 7f (good) last month.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | David Egan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | D Menuisier | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
A winner at 11-2 at Lingfield over 1m on his latest outing in November last year, beating Mummy's Boy by 2 3/4l.
A winner at 11-2 at Lingfield over 1m on his latest outing in November last year, beating Mummy's Boy by 2 3/4l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Hollie Doyle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | R Charlton | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
Won on his latest outing when 8-11fav at Kempton over 7f in January, beating Vivency by 1/2l. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
Won on his latest outing when 8-11fav at Kempton over 7f in January, beating Vivency by 1/2l. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | F Norton | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A M Balding | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% |
A winner at 10-3 at Chelmsford City over 7f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating State Secretary by a nose. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
A winner at 10-3 at Chelmsford City over 7f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating State Secretary by a nose. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Cam Hardie | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Ian Williams | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
This appears to be a very competitive renewal of this contest but the marginal preference is for ILZA'EEM, who created a big impression when getting off the mark easily on his seasonal return at Redcar earlier in the month. The Crisford's colt had chased home a pair of exciting prospects in his two juvenile starts at Kempton last November and it would be no surprise if an opening mark of 89 underestimated his ability. Rifleman improved with every start as a two-year-old and the son of The Gurkha should have more to offer this year. Dingle confirmed his well-being with a placed effort in a similar contest at Newbury a week ago and he should be thereabouts once again. Others to consider are Quintillus and Naamoos.
A cracking renewal of this good 3-y-o handicap, featuring several progressive types. RIFLEMAN gets the nod after making a very promising start to his career last autumn. Dingle shaped very well in a hot Newbury handicap last week and looks sure to have a say if coping with 2 outings in such quick succession. Ilza'eem looked good at Redcar and is also much rsspected.
Has won 12 races from 1m 2f to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 8l behind Simsir when 12th of 14 on his latest outing at Sakhir over 1m 2f (good) in November last year.
Has won 12 races from 1m 2f to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 8l behind Simsir when 12th of 14 on his latest outing at Sakhir over 1m 2f (good) in November last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 40 | 12 | 8 | 30% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 40 | 12 | 8 | 30% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 10 | 1 | 2 | 10% |
| G | Similar Going | 30 | 10 | 7 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 30 | 7 | 6 | 23.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 27 | 6 | 5 | 22.2% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Andrea Atzeni | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| T | D M Simcock | 40 | 12 | 8 | 30% |
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Well beaten at 28-1 behind Mishriff when 13th of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 1 The Saudi Cup at Riyadh over 1m 1f (good) in February.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Well beaten at 28-1 behind Mishriff when 13th of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 1 The Saudi Cup at Riyadh over 1m 1f (good) in February.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 17 | 5 | 4 | 29.4% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 13 | 4 | 3 | 30.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 12 | 3 | 4 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 5 | 3 | 35.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 16.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Hollie Doyle | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| T | R Charlton | 17 | 5 | 4 | 29.4% |
Successful at 7f and 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 11l behind Lady Wannabe at 5-2fav when 10th of 12 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Darley Stakes at Newmarket over 1m 1f (soft) in October last year.
Successful at 7f and 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 11l behind Lady Wannabe at 5-2fav when 10th of 12 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Darley Stakes at Newmarket over 1m 1f (soft) in October last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R L Moore | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| T | Sir Michael Stoute | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 5f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4 1/2l behind Galileo Chrome when fifth of 11 at 7-2 on his latest outing in the Group 1 St Leger Stakes at Doncaster over 1m 6f (good) in September last year.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 5f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4 1/2l behind Galileo Chrome when fifth of 11 at 7-2 on his latest outing in the Group 1 St Leger Stakes at Doncaster over 1m 6f (good) in September last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jim Crowley | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| T | Owen Burrows | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. A winner at 13-2 in the Group 2 Dante Stakes at York over 1m 2f (good to soft) on his latest outing in July last year, beating Highest Ground by a neck.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. A winner at 13-2 in the Group 2 Dante Stakes at York over 1m 2f (good to soft) on his latest outing in July last year, beating Highest Ground by a neck.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 4 | 1 | 80% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 5 | 4 | 1 | 80% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 4 | 1 | 80% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | F Norton | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | M Johnston | 5 | 4 | 1 | 80% |
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 2f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 5-4fav at Pontefract over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Kaleidoscopic by 3 1/2l.
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 2f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 5-4fav at Pontefract over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Kaleidoscopic by 3 1/2l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 2 | 2 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 2 | 2 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | L Dettori | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | J & T Gosden | 4 | 2 | 2 | 50% |
A winner at 1m 2f on heavy ground. Beaten a short head by Sky Power when second of 14 on his latest outing at Deauville over 1m 1f in November last year.
A winner at 1m 2f on heavy ground. Beaten a short head by Sky Power when second of 14 on his latest outing at Deauville over 1m 1f in November last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W Buick | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | D Menuisier | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% |
Waldkonig won well on his return to action at Pontefract a couple of weeks ago but that was only handicap company and this is much more demanding. With that in mind, preference is for HIGHEST GROUND, whose disappointing run on soft ground at Newmarket when last seen in October can be easily forgiven. The son of Frankel had been progressive prior to that defeat and he can add to his trainer's outstanding record in this contest. Thunderous beat the selection in the Dante last year and he cannot be discounted this afternoon, although his only defeat came on his seasonal debut last year.
A belting renewal of this Group 3, featuring a few who are likely to make their presence felt at the highest level in 2021. HIGHEST GROUND gets the nod to turn around last year's Dante form with Thunderous and provide Sir Michael Stoute with a fourth successive winner of the race. Hukum was a rapid improver last year and could be the one to give him most to do.
Winner of seven races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 5l behind Glen Shiel at 17-2 when 9th of 16 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Qipco British Champions Sprint Stakes at Ascot over 6f (soft) in October last year.
Winner of seven races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 5l behind Glen Shiel at 17-2 when 9th of 16 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Qipco British Champions Sprint Stakes at Ascot over 6f (soft) in October last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 19 | 7 | 3 | 36.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 19 | 7 | 3 | 36.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 4 | 2 | 30.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 19 | 7 | 3 | 36.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Oisin Murphy | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | A M Balding | 19 | 7 | 3 | 36.8% |
Winner of five races at 1m on firm and good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Third of 10 behind Khuzaam beaten 6l at 8-1 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 1m earlier this month.
Winner of five races at 1m on firm and good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Third of 10 behind Khuzaam beaten 6l at 8-1 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 1m earlier this month.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 26 | 5 | 4 | 19.2% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 21 | 3 | 2 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 21 | 5 | 4 | 23.8% |
| G | Similar Going | 19 | 2 | 2 | 10.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 23 | 4 | 3 | 17.4% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J P Spencer | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% |
| T | D M Simcock | 26 | 5 | 4 | 19.2% |
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 6-4fav at Lingfield over 1m earlier this month, beating Mums Tipple by 5l.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 6-4fav at Lingfield over 1m earlier this month, beating Mums Tipple by 5l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 10 | 4 | 5 | 40% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 3 | 4 | 42.9% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 4 | 5 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jim Crowley | 4 | 2 | 2 | 50% |
| T | R Varian | 10 | 4 | 5 | 40% |
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather. Third of 14 behind The Revenant beaten 3 1/2l at 8-11fav on his latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Stakes at Ascot over 1m (soft) in October last year.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather. Third of 14 behind The Revenant beaten 3 1/2l at 8-11fav on his latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Stakes at Ascot over 1m (soft) in October last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 5 | 1 | 83.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 5 | 4 | 1 | 80% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 5 | 1 | 83.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | L Dettori | 5 | 4 | 1 | 80% |
| T | J & T Gosden | 6 | 5 | 1 | 83.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
PALACE PIER lost his unbeaten record when finishing third in the QEII at Ascot in October on very soft ground, but he is best judged on his two previous Group 1 victories. The son of Kingman followed up his success in the St James's Palace with a win in a decent renewal of the Prix Jacques le Marois at Deauville in August and a reproduction of either of those efforts today would make him very hard to beat. That said, Khuzaam appeared to take a big step forwards when winning the All-Weather Mile Championship at Lingfield earlier in the month, although his lack of turf form is a concern. If Happy Power were to get an easy lead he could outrun his price, whilst Bless Him looks to be up against it.
PALACE PIER quickly progressed into a top-class miler last season, winning Group 1s at Royal Ascot and in France, and is taken to outclass his 3 rivals on return. Khuzaam still has to prove he's as effective on turf but is progressive and race-fit, so is taken to follow the selection home.
A winner at 3-1 at Nottingham over 1m (soft) on his latest outing in October last year, beating Alpine Stroll by 9l.
A winner at 3-1 at Nottingham over 1m (soft) on his latest outing in October last year, beating Alpine Stroll by 9l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Doyle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C Appleby | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
A winner at 7f on soft ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by Fancy Man when second of 6 at 15-8jt-fav on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m (soft) in September last year.
A winner at 7f on soft ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by Fancy Man when second of 6 at 15-8jt-fav on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m (soft) in September last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Marquand | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | W J Haggas | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
Successful twice at 1m on good to soft ground. A winner at Toulouse over 1m in November last year, beating Cirona by 1 1/4l.
Successful twice at 1m on good to soft ground. A winner at Toulouse over 1m in November last year, beating Cirona by 1 1/4l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | David Egan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | D Menuisier | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
Successful twice at 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 17l behind St Mark's Basilica at 18-1 when 12th of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Darley Dewhurst Stakes at Newmarket over 7f (soft) in October last year.
Successful twice at 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 17l behind St Mark's Basilica at 18-1 when 12th of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Darley Dewhurst Stakes at Newmarket over 7f (soft) in October last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | P J Dobbs | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | R Hannon | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 2-1 at Chelmsford City over 1m 2f on his latest outing in November last year, beating Zagato by a short head.
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 2-1 at Chelmsford City over 1m 2f on his latest outing in November last year, beating Zagato by a short head.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jim Crowley | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Hugo Palmer | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good and soft ground. A winner at 16-5 in the Group 3 Zetland Stakes at Newmarket over 1m 2f (soft) on his latest outing in October last year, beating Recovery Run by 1 3/4l.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good and soft ground. A winner at 16-5 in the Group 3 Zetland Stakes at Newmarket over 1m 2f (soft) on his latest outing in October last year, beating Recovery Run by 1 3/4l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S M Levey | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | M Meade | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% |
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten 1 3/4l by Lone Eagle when second of 8 at 7-2 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Zetland Stakes at Newmarket over 1m 2f (soft) in October last year.
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten 1 3/4l by Lone Eagle when second of 8 at 7-2 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Zetland Stakes at Newmarket over 1m 2f (soft) in October last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 2 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 2 | 4 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Oisin Murphy | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| T | A M Balding | 6 | 2 | 4 | 33.3% |
Won on his latest outing when 5-4fav at Cork over 1m (yielding - soft) in October last year, beating Flying Visit by a neck.
Won on his latest outing when 5-4fav at Cork over 1m (yielding - soft) in October last year, beating Flying Visit by a neck.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R L Moore | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A P O'Brien | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
Won on his latest outing when 10-11fav at Pontefract over 1m 4f (good to firm) earlier this month, beating King Frankel by 9l.
Won on his latest outing when 10-11fav at Pontefract over 1m 4f (good to firm) earlier this month, beating King Frankel by 9l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | L Dettori | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J & T Gosden | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground. A winner at 5-2 at Newbury over 1m (good) on his latest outing in September last year, beating Megallan by 1l.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground. A winner at 5-2 at Newbury over 1m (good) on his latest outing in September last year, beating Megallan by 1l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W Buick | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | C Appleby | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
A case can be made for all of these but none more so than ETONIAN, who won twice over 7f at this track as a two-year-old. On the first of those occasions, Richard Hannon's colt accounted for the high-class One Ruler in a maiden, while he scored in the Group 3 Solario Stakes on his next start. He didn't appear to relish the soft ground when well beaten in the Dewhurst on his final start in 2020, but could return to winning ways with conditions set to suit today. Yibir progressed well throughout his juvenile campaign and he looked to be a nice prospect when winning what is traditionally a decent conditions race at Newbury in September. Sir Lucan is another who caught the eye last year and, whilst he may not be the very best three-year-old in Ballydoyle, he should be capable of making his mark at this level. Lone Eagle and Recovery Run are closely matched based on their meeting in the Zetland and they complete the shortlist.
A fascinating renewal of the Classic Trial. TRAWLERMAN clocked a good time when running away with a Ponterfract maiden earlier in the month and this fast improving son of Golden Horn can take this step up in class in his stride for the Gosden team. Yibir looks the pick of the Charlie Appleby-trained duo and is feared most, although Zetland Stakes 1-2 Lone Eagle and Recovery Run are much respected.
Won on her latest outing when 4-9fav at Lingfield over 1m in August last year, beating Lunar Shadow by 2 3/4l.
Won on her latest outing when 4-9fav at Lingfield over 1m in August last year, beating Lunar Shadow by 2 3/4l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W Buick | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | C Appleby | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
Half-sister to Sound Of Cannons, won at 1m.
Half-sister to Sound Of Cannons, won at 1m.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Marquand | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W J Haggas | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Full sister to Frankel, won 14 times between 7f and 1m 2f including ten Group 1 races.
Full sister to Frankel, won 14 times between 7f and 1m 2f including ten Group 1 races.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | L Dettori | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J & T Gosden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Beaten 15l behind Ocean Road at 13-2 when 9th of 10 on her racecourse debut at Lingfield over 1m in December last year.
Beaten 15l behind Ocean Road at 13-2 when 9th of 10 on her racecourse debut at Lingfield over 1m in December last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jim Crowley | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | M P Tregoning | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Half-sister to Dashing Willoughby, won three times between 1m 1f and 2m including a Group 2 race. She is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
Half-sister to Dashing Willoughby, won three times between 1m 1f and 2m including a Group 2 race. She is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Daniel Muscutt | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J R Fanshawe | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Dam won twice at 1m and 1m 2f.
Dam won twice at 1m and 1m 2f.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Andrea Atzeni | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | S & E Crisford | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Nash Nasha sets the standard after getting off the mark at Lingfield last August, however, that form does not appear to be very strong and the 7lb penalty has to be a slight concern. With that in mind, preference is for CHIASMA, who is a full-sister to the unbeaten 10-time Group 1 winner Frankel as well as Noble Mission. The Gosden's have given this well-bred filly plenty of time and it would be no surprise if she proved to be well above average. Royal Harmony is the first foal out of a mare who won a Listed race over 1m2f and was placed in the Oaks. Loving Dash is closely related to the Queen's Vase winner Dashing Willoughby, while Breccia shares here page with plenty of high-class performers.
CHIASMA has an awful lot to live up to being a sister to the outstanding Frankel no less but she is under the expert tutelage of the Gosden team and taken to get off to a winning start. Charlie Appleby has his string in fine nick so his Lingfield scorer Nash Nasha, a daughter of Irish 1000 Guineas winner Just The Judge, seems sure to have a say, with Royal Harmony another eye-catching debutante.
Successful twice at 1m 1f on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 2-5fav at Wolverhampton over 1m 1f last month, beating Echo Point by 1l.
Successful twice at 1m 1f on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 2-5fav at Wolverhampton over 1m 1f last month, beating Echo Point by 1l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | F Norton | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | M Johnston | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground. Finished 5l behind Albadri when last of 4 at 4-5fav on his latest outing at Southwell over 1m in January.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground. Finished 5l behind Albadri when last of 4 at 4-5fav on his latest outing at Southwell over 1m in January.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R L Moore | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | R M Beckett | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
A winner at 2-1 at Goodwood over 1m 1f (heavy) on his latest outing in October last year, beating King Frankel by 3l.
A winner at 2-1 at Goodwood over 1m 1f (heavy) on his latest outing in October last year, beating King Frankel by 3l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Oisin Murphy | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | A M Balding | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
Placed twice in four starts. Finished 8l behind Otyrar when fifth of 7 at 3-1 on his latest outing at Kempton over 1m 2f last month.
Placed twice in four starts. Finished 8l behind Otyrar when fifth of 7 at 3-1 on his latest outing at Kempton over 1m 2f last month.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tom Marquand | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | E A L Dunlop | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
A winner at 7f on good to soft ground. Beaten 1 1/4l by Heights Of Abraham when second of 8 at 11-1 on her latest outing at Doncaster over 1m (good to soft) in October last year.
A winner at 7f on good to soft ground. Beaten 1 1/4l by Heights Of Abraham when second of 8 at 11-1 on her latest outing at Doncaster over 1m (good to soft) in October last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Hollie Doyle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | R Charlton | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
SEA THE SHELLS confirmed the promise that he displayed when winning easily on his debut at Wolverhampton in February by defying a penalty at the same venue last month. That last piece of form was boosted when the second hit the crossbar in a handicap at Newmarket last week off a mark of 85. Given that Mark Johnston's colt readily beat that rival whilst giving him 7lb suggests that an opening mark of 93 appears to be very fair. Juan De Montalban progressed well through his juvenile campaign and he was last seen getting off the mark over 1m1f at Goodwood in October. Valorant merits consideration on her seasonal return, while Fabilis edges out Arthur's Realm to be best of the rest.
SEA THE SHELLS was impressive in a couple of Wolverhampton novices earlier in the year and can progress again and stretch his unbeaten record to 3 now handicapping. Goodwood novice winner Juan de Montalban appeals as the type to improve again at 3 and can give Mark Johnston's colt most to think about.
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