Varian Milers primed for All-Weather glory

Mark Johnston’s Colt, Mister Universe, is a respected 6/1 shot after taking to the All-Weather extremely well with two wins from two. The relatively unexposed four-year-old has the potential to clock up a three-timer, however, it will need to be prominently ridden. Captain Cat (8/1) makes up the market principles having beaten a well-backed favourite last time out at Kempton and should be played late under George Baker.

Seasoned All-Weather sprinters such as Chookie Royale (20/1) and Jammy Guest (33/1) have got each way claims if seeing out the trip, but it is hard to see the likes of Seanie and Forceful Appeal getting involved.

Selections

Win Bet – Mindurownbusiness
Each-way – Big Baz

3 Year Old Mile Championships

In the 3 Year Old Mile Championships the Sheikh Al Maktoum owned colt, Haalick (15/8), showed a lot of promise earlier this month by setting blistering sectionals when romping home in the Fast-Track Qualifier, with reappearing Race Day (4/1) back in fourth. With Andrea Atzeni taking over the reins, and a strong pace guaranteed, this hold-up horse looks to have a great chance.

Special Season (7/2) was disappointing last time when a beaten odds-on shot, however, it is clear he has form to be competitive here. William Haggas’ colt hung right badly and a more disciplined run here would see him in the mix.

However, I think it could be Mark Johnston’s duo that look the likeliest threat to Haalick. Cape Speed (6/1) has won his last three races in decisive fashion and the 2000 Guineas entry still remains unexposed.

Johnston’s other runner, Turbine, impressively beat some talented rivals on debut before being defeated by Race Day on just his second start. It could be worth siding with the talented Cape Cross colt in what represents a bit of each way value at 16/1. Also running at a price is Sea of Flames (14/1), who also ran in the qualifier that Haalick won. However, he didn’t get a clear run so it would be no surprise to see Elsworth’s charge post a better effort this time.

Selections

Win Bet – Haalick
Each-way – Turbine

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