ITV Racing Preview: Can Ghaiyyath fend off Stradavarius in the Coronation Cup?

Favourite Sangarius is being tipped for big things, as an exciting prospect in the pack, despite running just twice last season. Mythical Magic came close in a couple of Group 2 runs earlier in the year and could be set to impress at this level.

The Derby Trial Stakes – Lingfield 15:15

With King Carney, English King and King’s Caper in the race – you’re in luck if you prefer a regal runner. But it’s English King who most will have their eye on, after a successful ride at Newcastle last November for the promising three-year-old. Both Sound of Cannons and Berkshire Rocco have also shown promise at times in their fledgling careers.

The Coronation Cup Stakes – Newmarket 15:35

This Group 1 race boasts plenty of recognisable names, including the Champion Stayer, Stradivarius, dropping back to a lesser distance for the first time in three years.

Strong competition awaits though, in the form of Ghaiyyath – known for excellent performances when fresh, and Defoe – last year’s Coronation Cup Stakes winner. Anthony Van Dyck won the Derby Trial Stakes at Lingfield last year, before a famous Epsom Derby win, but the four-year old is now without a win in six runs.

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