Day 2 at Royal Ascot sees Australian superstar So You Think put his reputation on the line in the Prince of Wales's Stakes. Now domiciled at Ballydoyle, apparently to the chagrin of our antipodean cousins, who reckon he is unbeatable and too good for the northern hemisphere. I had the pleasure of seeing him in the flesh, winning his prep at the Curragh recently (travelled powerfully/displayed necessary turn of foot) and expect the 5 year old to prevail and further enhance his paddock credentials.
The main betting race is the Royal Hunt Cup, which is always competitive, exciting and difficult to call. Two against the field, with an eye to the future are, Soorah (tad unlucky last time) and off bottom weight, Bronze Prince (untapped potential).
Two other progressive sorts worth keeping an eye on, are Western Aristocrat who runs in a trappy looking Jersey Stakes and short priced favourite, Shumoos (cf. Frederick Engels), in the Queen Mary.
good luck...
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