7f (Row) Darley Dewhurst Stakes (Group 1) (No Geldings) (Class 1) (2yo)
A poor turnout for Europe’s premier 2yo race made worse by the fav being pulled out overnight. Middle Park winner Shadow Of Light trades odds on but there’s usually a gulf in class between the 6f and 7f divisions and he has to prove he’s as effective over the extra furlong. He should be fine but, along with the quick turnaround and opposition he’s never faced before, there’s reason to take him on. His stablemate ANCIENT TRUTH looks much more like the type being a Dubawi and proven at the trip. He’s got the beating of the third fav, and his beating of Wimbledon Hawkeye might be the strongest form in the race.
1pt win Ancient Truth 5/2, 15:00 Newmarket, Saturday
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