Enjoyed a pleasant afternoon at the Curragh yesterday in the sweltering sunshine. Canford Cliffs dispelled any doubts regarding his stamina, winning in an excellent manner and now looks the top miler this season, although the quicker going is undoubtedly the key. Xtension did his best but it was a tad disappointing that he did not make the frame. Steinbeck also ran a nice race but there must be a question mark now over his ability to compete at the highest level.
Samuel Morse was the other impressive winner on the day and tellingly from a Ballydoyle aspect, he was the only one of their leading chances to attract market support. There was no luck on the punting front, so going to have another go today with the 1000 Guineas in mind.
This looks very open with quite a few runners having a decent chance. Music Show is entitled to be favourite and while it would be nice for her connections to finally land a Classic, she looks a bit short. Godolphin acquisition, Anna Salai looks handy but not sure if she will be favoured by the going. Similar concerns apply to Termagant (really thrived on heavy in Moyglare) and Lolly for Dolly (nice win last time). Cille na Greine seeks to frank Newmarket form but she may have been flattered by her proximity to the front pair. Lillie Langtry looked a high class filly last season and if fully recovered from her injury must have a solid chance. She is a tentative selection but with a proviso that one should wait until seeing the level of market support. I would also like to suggest Lady Darshaan as an outside bet (second in Fillies Mile and a winner on good to firm) with jockey (Richard Hughes) in form on board.
Also on the card Fame and Glory should win the Tattarsalls and very interested to see how Jan Vermeer goes. Goldikova returns at Longchamp to further enhance an intriguing afternoon's fare.
good luck....
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