A select field for the Coral Eclipse at Sandown today with two middle distance titans, So You Think and Workforce facing off for the first time this season. It is reasonable to assume that Aidan O'Brien will have the former Aussie superstar in peak condition in a bid to recoup his reputation and losses suffered at Royal Ascot. The trip should suit, but one wonders how he will handle the track's undulations and the stiff uphill finish. Workforce made a winning seasonal return here in fine style, but may not be at his best over ten furlongs. An intriguing match up and very difficult to call, but top jockey, Ryan Moore, could be difference and at the prices, last year's Derby and Arc victor gets a tentative vote. The excellent filly, Snow Fairy adds to the race, but her long absence suggests she will be better next time.
Whilst the Eclipse dominates the day, there are a number of other interesting and competitive contests on the supporting card and at Haydock. Nothing in particular jumps out, but a close eye will be kept on Astrophysical Jet (old friend), Soorah (twice an eyecatcher), Seelo (unexposed?), Sirvino (back to form?) and Secret Witness (value?)
good luck and enjoy....
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