Last posting for a few weeks as one is heading off on an overdue break. Pity that it means forsaking Epsom, but very much a price worth paying. I had intended on placing an ante post before embarking, but mixed messages from Ballydoyle have tempered my enthusiasm. Johnny Murtagh's quandary is eminently understandable following Jan Vermeer's impressive seasonal bow last Sunday. That was an excellent showing, cementing his Group 1 win in France last autumn and he will be very hard to oppose if turning up next week. However, despite gloomy reports during the week and his disappointing run in the Guineas, St Nicholas Abbey based on his run at Doncaster can hardly be dismissed if making it to Surrey on the day (albeit one would expect better odds than those currently available). Workforce also merits a mention. Sir Michael Stoute's skill will insure that he will improve greatly following the Dante, but a slight doubt persists about his ability to handle Epsom's cambers.
The Oaks looks much more open but going to heed another master trainer's advice and go with Timepiece. Henry Cecil knows an awful lot more than I do and I suspect, Tom Queally. A small stake double, on Jan Vermeer & Timepiece should suffice!
By the way, interested to see how Layla's Hero (did us a favour last season) runs for a new trainer at Haydock today.
until next time......
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