I think Stoute took out Maraahel because, he likes to race him relatively fresh and it looks like a tough race.. He won over 12f at Royal Ascot, though beforehand people thought he was better over 10. He might now go for the King George or even wait til the Juddmonte International.
This doesnt look like a betting race, just sit back, relax and enjoy a few of Europes superstars face off. The bookies favour David Junior to reverse form with Ouija Board from Royal Ascot but it'll be tough. David Junior may not be as good as everyone thought he was. We'll hopefully find out on Saturday.
Alot of people thought that connections were mad for running Ouija Board at Ascot and now just 17 days later, they are running her again (well if all goes to plan this week). She is the class act in the race and I personally have underrated her.
It'll be her fifth run of the year after racing in Dubai, Singapore, Epsom and Ascot. David Junior will be racing for the third time this year!
Of the three year olds, Aussie Rules may bounce back from a bad run in the French Derby.
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