Our in-form columnist Richard Fahey talks us through his Saturday runners at Ascot and York including an interesting duo in the Sky Bet Dash.
Saturday Ascot Runners
PRETTY CRYSTAL – 1.50
She’s a filly we like a lot. I thought she ran better than her fifth in the Albany Stakes at Royal Ascot, she just didn’t really get much cover and pricked her ears when she got to the front a little bit. I’m hoping she’s improving still, physically she looks well, she’s been working great. I’m delighted with her.
RAMAZAN – 3.00
He’s an interesting one. Slower ground won’t bother him, his best run last year was probably on soft ground in Ireland. He’s a three-year-old taking on hardy handicappers, but he has a good each-way chance.
KHUNAN – 5.25
He ran okay at Hamilton the other day, he just didn’t get home. A stiff five should suit him really well and he’s in great order.
Saturday York Runners
INTERNATIONAL GIRL – 2.40
She’s working out of her skin. She needs a lifetime best but she could deliver it and I’m hoping for a big run, everything will suit her.
BAREFOOT ANGEL – 2.40
We’ve had her wind done and are hoping that will make a difference. I sometimes find mine need a run or two after wind surgery but we’re hoping it comes to fruition and this looks a good spot for her.
BLUE PRINCE – 4.00
He ran well the other day when second at Doncaster and the handicapper has given him a fair chance. We’re happy with him, I’d say he has a favourite’s chance.
DYED IN THE WOOL 5.45
He was disappointing the other day, he’s quite fat at the moment as he has missed a little bit. I’d imagine he’d probably need the run so we’ll see what happens.
CRAVEN – 5.45
He did well to win the other day at Leicester. He’s a character, he’s on and off the bridle, but I’m hoping the win the other day will boost his confidence. He ran well at York the time before so he has a chance.
INDIAN FALCON – 5.45
A little disappointing the other day at York, but I thought the handicapper was tough on him coming out of novice company. Seven furlongs on easy ground will suit him well so I’m hoping he improves.
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