As we move into May the flat season really starts to gain momentum and tomorrow we have the second domestic classic in the 1,000 gns. The Newmarket card gets underway with the 2.05, a valuable handicap over 9 furlongs. Of those that have run already Proponent and Heaven Knows look the most interesting, while of those having their first run, last year’s winner Superseus, Free Offer and Oceana Gold look worth considering. Oceana Gold would be my each way selection.
In the 2.40 Malt or Mash takes a step up in class but may well be up to the task, especially if the ground firms up.
In the 1,000 gns at 3.20 there are stamina doubts over Laureldean Gale and Royal Confidence. I think that the winner will come from the quartet of Natagora, Spacious, Infallible and Muthabara. If pushed to narrow it down I would go with the two Cheveley Park fillies, Spacious and Infallible.
In the 3.55 I am hoping that Sakhee’s Secret can recapture the form that made him leading sprinter last year. The in form Zidane is an obvious threat while Rowe Park could go well at a decent price as could Matsunosuke if the ground is on the fast side.
Cruel sea won a Doncaster maiden on his only start in 2007 and could be anything. He runs in the 5.05.
Another coming here on the back of 1 run 1 win is Throne of Power who is my selection in the 5.40.
My selections at the other meetings are Baybshambles in the Hamilton 5.50 and Fearless Warrior in the Salisbury 3.40.
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