Jim Crowley: “I’d hope Elarqam would take all the beating”

Coral ambassador previews Saturday’s rides at York

York 12.55 – Chairmanic

It’s been another decent week, and hopefully that form will continue over the weekend and into next week, for what is always a big five days at Glorious Goodwood.

I start on Chairmanic, in the colours made famous by so many Robert Sangster-owned stars of the past. He looks a nice progressive sort, who got off the mark at Haydock last time.

That was over six furlongs, but he showed plenty of dash that day so this drop back to five won’t be an issue, and I’d think he’s got a good chance here.

York 13.30 – Shady McCoy 

I’ve ridden the veteran Shady McCoy on a few occasions before, but then so have most jockeys now!

He was a winner last time out so is clearly in good heart, and although he’s gone up six pounds for that win, I’d say he can still be competitive here, with the top weight Prompting the one to beat.

I’ve ridden plenty for his trainer Ian Williams, even over jumps, that’s how far we go back, but he always seems to put me on those with a chance!

York 14.40 – Elarqam

My big ride of the day, and he’s bidding to win this Group Two prize for the second year running. He also finished third in the Juddmonte International, so he clearly suits York.