ITV Racing Preview: Our Hungerford Stakes picks and more

Both Jumby and Francesco Guardi are also first-time winners, while the more experienced William Bligh could be a threat if the running is easy.

15:00 Newbury

The heavily-tipped Alignak makes a step up in trip and class here but is expected to take it in his stride after losing by a short-head at Haydock in a Listed race last month. It’s hoped that a victory here will be a catalyst for further improvement in the Sir Michael Stout-trained colt.

Winner of the King George V Handicap at Royal Ascot, the promising Hukum could also pose a significant threat here, while Communique won twice at Group 2 level last year, though a poor run at Goodwood has tempered expectations somewhat.

The consistent Tritonic has a habit of finishing in second and could be good value for some each-way action.

15:35 Newbury

The returning Glorious Journey will be looking to defend his title after winning this last year, but faces stiff competition. A 9th-placed run on reappearing at Goodwood in July may have set him up for this race, but a better showing is required if the title is to be retained.

The aptly-named Threat struggled at Group 1 level, but is feared in this class and the trip is likely to suit, while favourite Dream of Dreams is a smart runner, who looked excellent when coming second in his Diamond Jubilee return at Royal Ascot.

Surf Dancer is another to watch, with a dominant showing in a Listed race at York last time out and he can’t be dismissed at this level.

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