Firstly, sorry for not being able to post full updates on the arc trials. It was dissapointing that I didn't find the time last night, but problems like this were always going to happen (as I have mentioned before).
Secondly, if you are still reading regularly, thank you!! for keeping up with the blog.
Thirdly, as a make up, I've posted the picks for the reaming trials, with a "pricewise extra" kind of feel to it.
2.35 (Prix Vermille)
- Sariska
The key factor of me is that this is the first time that she will have had the ground she likes this terms, and if she can push Fame And Glory so close in the Coronation Cup on very fast ground, imagine what she could do on a softer surface, as she will get today, and it must be remembered that she can win Group 1’s on quicker going too. For all that there’s no telling how good Sarafina could be, her form has taken a few knocks and she is stepping to the trip for the first time, which may well prove crucial, especially if she fails to settle. Plumania has been largely overlooked and would be a worthy winner, as her form last time out is top class despite her having been lucky to get the nod. Midday is the obvious choice for many, as she will run well again, has a turn of foot that can be used twice if needed and comes here on a real roll of form. The stronger the pace the better for her.
3.15 (Prix Niel)
- Behkabad
A hard race to be confident in as Behkabad was given a great ride by Gerald Mosse last time, and both him and the closely matched and just as good (on form) Planteur (who was held up to get the trip, meaning that Bekhbad got first run) will not be on peak form for this race. That said, he did look good in winning this last time, he loves this course and distance and will be very hard to turn over today. Given that this is just a trial, I wouldn’t rule out Shamalgan, while Victoire Pisa has the form to win this race, but then again, he may not be at his peak.
3.45 Prix Foy
- Daryakana
For all that Byword has the best form in the race, he doesn’t look like a stayer of 1m4f in any given situation and may be reliant on a tactical affair. In any case, he’s too short for a trial. DARYAKNANA has had excuses for every run this season and is a very fair price at 9/2 to take this. Nakayama Festa was good enough to beat Buena Vista, so must be taken seriously.
4.20 (Prix Glaidateur)
- Kasbah Bliss
Looked as good as ever early on in season, being prepared for tilt at Ascot Gold Cup; Disappointed in that event but had throat infection and if back to best, should take all the beating here.
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