| 1521658 |
1 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
19 |
15.1 |
Zoum Zoum |
null |
ch |
g |
Zoustar |
Richenza |
Holy Roman Emperor |
4 |
62.6 |
105 |
null |
Hector Crouch |
null |
R M Beckett |
Below-par run in Wokingham (6f) here last time; perhaps 6f on quick ground was too sharp a test then; return to 7f may well help but others look better weighted on balance. |
null |
103 |
5 |
14 |
-19.34 |
|
|
20 |
-45 |
218.14 |
350 |
| 1521658 |
2 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
4 |
15.1 |
City House |
IRE |
b |
g |
Night Of Thunder |
Impala |
Oasis Dream |
4 |
61.69 |
103 |
t |
Darragh Keenan |
null |
George Scott |
Below-par runs last twice now; cheekpieces first time; bit to find on balance and others look better weighted. |
Wearing a tonguestrap |
100 |
2 |
15 |
-25.37 |
|
|
16 |
-18 |
47.16 |
278 |
| 1521658 |
3 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
2 |
130.1 |
Array |
IRE |
b |
c |
No Nay Never |
Joyeuse |
Oasis Dream |
4 |
61.23 |
102 |
null |
Oisin Murphy |
null |
A M Balding |
Just a fair run on the AW last time; better form in previous two starts on return from long absence (missed 2024); possible this former Gr 2-winning 2yo can find more on his 2025 form. |
null |
105 |
7 |
8 |
15.02 |
|
|
19 |
-43 |
180.95 |
340 |
| 1521658 |
4 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
17 |
-100.0 |
Northern Express |
IRE |
ch |
g |
Zoffany |
Hint of A Tint |
Danehill Dancer |
7 |
60.33 |
100 |
p |
P Mulrennan |
null |
M Dods |
Just respectable form lately and needs to step up here; however, he's 441 in this and 3lb lower than when winning it in 2024, so bold show wouldn't overly surprise. |
Wearing cheek pieces |
106 |
6 |
5 |
59.86 |
|
|
4 |
17 |
139.86 |
366 |
| 1521658 |
5 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
12 |
15.1 |
Golden Mind |
IRE |
b |
g |
Galileo Gold |
Sagely |
Frozen Power |
4 |
60.33 |
100 |
t |
Warren Fentiman |
5 |
R A Fahey |
Yard has won two of last 10 runnings; up and down lately and was well held here (6f) last time but possibilities if putting best foot forward; return to 7f may help and not discounted. |
Wearing a tonguestrap |
101 |
6 |
20 |
-172.32 |
|
|
10 |
0 |
0.0 |
293 |
| 1521658 |
6 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
7 |
15.1 |
Galeron |
IRE |
b |
g |
Camacho |
Society Gal |
Galileo |
5 |
59.87 |
99 |
null |
M Barzalona |
null |
C Hills |
Not yet been placed since returning from 2024 stint in Australia but again ran pretty respectably at Sandown latest, so not completely ruled; 1m probably more suitable, though. |
null |
102 |
2 |
13 |
-19.24 |
|
|
11 |
0 |
0.0 |
278 |
| 1521658 |
7 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
20 |
-100.0 |
Akkadian Thunder |
null |
ch |
g |
Night Of Thunder |
Akhania |
Dalakhani |
5 |
59.87 |
99 |
null |
D Tudhope |
null |
D OMeara |
Down the field at Newmarket latest but raced on the 'wrong' side there; previous good second of 27 over C&D brings him into calculations, despite being 4lb higher here. |
null |
106 |
5 |
9 |
10.39 |
|
|
15 |
-8 |
92.38 |
419 |
| 1521658 |
8 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
5 |
15.1 |
Oliver Show |
IRE |
ch |
g |
No Nay Never |
Ashley Hall |
Maria's Mon |
5 |
59.42 |
98 |
t |
Billy Loughnane |
null |
G Boughey |
Slowly away and well down the field over C&D most recent; blinkers first time now; might have needed that last run and previous second in 1m Lincoln makes him a contender. |
Wearing a tonguestrap |
106 |
3 |
19 |
-101.76 |
|
|
12 |
0 |
0.0 |
325 |
| 1521658 |
9 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
14 |
15.1 |
Yorkshire |
IRE |
b |
g |
Harry Angel |
Totsiyah |
Dalakhani |
5 |
58.97 |
97 |
t |
Callum Rodriguez |
null |
E Bethell |
Running well enough for the most part, last time highly respectable sixth of 27 over C&D; no reason why he won't run his race again and is each-way contender. |
Wearing a tonguestrap |
106 |
8 |
12 |
-4.96 |
|
|
8 |
13 |
74.51 |
401 |
| 1521658 |
10 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
16 |
15.1 |
Fresh |
null |
b |
g |
Bated Breath |
Kendal Mint |
Kyllachy |
8 |
58.06 |
95 |
t |
Daniel Muscutt |
null |
J R Fanshawe |
Probably needed race when running okay on Newcastle AW last time; good record here includes a win (2022) and third (2024) in this race; 8yo is fairly weighted and worth considering. |
Wearing a tonguestrap |
107 |
6 |
3 |
71.52 |
|
|
18 |
-29 |
133.33 |
415 |
| 1521658 |
11 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
8 |
-100.0 |
Cerulean Bay |
IRE |
b |
g |
New Bay |
Kathy Sun |
Intikhab |
4 |
58.06 |
95 |
null |
James Doyle |
null |
D OMeara |
Possibilities on best of his 2024 form but not fired as yet this season, albeit with excuses of sorts latest (bit too keen); others preferred. |
null |
107 |
7 |
17 |
-55.0 |
|
|
13 |
0 |
0.0 |
311 |
| 1521658 |
12 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
18 |
-100.0 |
Noble Truth |
FR |
b |
g |
Kingman |
Speralita |
Frankel |
6 |
57.61 |
94 |
null |
N Callan |
null |
J C McConnell |
Smart performer in days of yore, including Gr 3 C&D win in 2022, but easy to oppose on 2025 evidence since back from a long absence. |
null |
88 |
4 |
18 |
-94.04 |
|
|
3 |
20 |
47.82 |
303 |
| 1521658 |
13 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
15 |
-100.0 |
Billyjoh |
null |
gr |
g |
Mayson |
Goadby |
Kodiac |
5 |
57.61 |
94 |
p |
Tom Marquand |
null |
M Appleby |
Good third in Bunbury Cup (Aalto ahead in second) at Newmarket latest; was also second of 26 in top C&D contest 13 months ago and proven big h'cap performer is one to consider. |
Wearing cheek pieces |
111 |
3 |
10 |
4.36 |
|
|
5 |
17 |
137.06 |
389 |
| 1521658 |
14 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
6 |
15.1 |
Kodi Lion |
IRE |
b |
g |
Kodi Bear |
Moulane Lady |
Lilbourne Lad |
4 |
56.7 |
92 |
null |
Frederick Larson |
null |
M Appleby |
Shade below form latest but back to winning ways at Haydock (6f) the time before and 2024 evidence (including a C&D win) shows that 7f isn't an issue; each-way contender. |
null |
104 |
7 |
2 |
82.55 |
|
|
14 |
0 |
0.0 |
425 |
| 1521658 |
15 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
9 |
-100.0 |
Qazaq |
FR |
b |
g |
Kingman |
Qabala |
Scat Daddy |
4 |
56.7 |
92 |
null |
S De Sousa |
null |
R Varian |
Perhaps the run was needed and/or ground too fast on turf debut latest; lightly raced and unexposed but that last run raises doubts as to whether he needs the AW to show his best. |
null |
105 |
7 |
4 |
68.89 |
|
|
7 |
14 |
102.56 |
478 |
| 1521658 |
16 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
3 |
15.1 |
Aalto |
FR |
b |
g |
Zelzal |
Au Dessus |
Siyouni |
5 |
56.25 |
91 |
t |
W Buick |
null |
Ian Williams |
Excellent second when close second in his bid for a second Bunbury Cup win at Newmarket last time; 5lb well-in now; hampered when around 2l ninth in this last year; shortlisted. |
Wearing a tonguestrap |
113 |
2 |
1 |
93.88 |
|
|
6 |
17 |
238.1 |
452 |
| 1521658 |
17 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
21 |
-100.0 |
Lord Bertie |
FR |
b |
g |
Wootton Bassett |
Bhageerathi |
Motivator |
5 |
55.79 |
90 |
null |
J P Spencer |
null |
D OMeara |
Slowly away and his hood (left off now) became detached last time, so can be excused that; C&D win last season came on soft and may well need slower ground than that forecast. |
null |
99 |
2 |
16 |
-49.97 |
|
|
1 |
28 |
137.45 |
317 |
| 1521658 |
18 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
10 |
245.2 |
Two Tribes |
null |
ch |
g |
Rajasinghe |
Warsash |
War Command |
4 |
55.79 |
90 |
b |
D Egan |
null |
R Spencer |
No win since 2023 with handicapper slow to relent as this 4yo runs well in defeat more often than not, as when third at Newmarket last time; no more than each-way chance. |
Wearing blinkers |
110 |
4 |
6 |
51.9 |
|
|
21 |
-50 |
140.66 |
353 |
| 1521658 |
19 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
11 |
130.1 |
Classic |
ex3 |
b |
g |
Dubawi |
Date With Destiny |
George Washington |
5 |
55.79 |
90 |
null |
S M Levey |
null |
R Hannon |
The return to 7f is the big unknown but strong contender otherwise, having won good race at Sandown (1m) latest and being 2lb well-in here even under a 3lb penalty; shortlisted. |
null |
111 |
4 |
7 |
16.69 |
|
|
9 |
6 |
56.73 |
409 |
| 1521658 |
20 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
1 |
-100.0 |
Pals Battalion |
IRE |
br |
g |
Invincible Army |
Princesse Savoie |
Tamayuz |
4 |
54.88 |
88 |
v |
David Probert |
null |
D OMeara |
Below-par last time five days ago, so perhaps his busy schedule is taking a toll (11th run of 2025 here); rather patchy lately anyway and others are preferred. |
Wearing a visor |
106 |
3 |
11 |
1.09 |
|
|
17 |
-25 |
47.82 |
343 |
| 1521658 |
21 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
13 |
-100.0 |
Al Ameen |
IRE |
br |
g |
Aclaim |
Kendal Mint |
Kyllachy |
6 |
53.52 |
85 |
t |
Marco Ghiani |
null |
J R Fanshawe |
1m might well have been too far latest; progressed well on AW this spring but he's nought from 10 on grass, raising significant doubts about this return to turf now. |
Wearing a tonguestrap |
107 |
4 |
null |
null |
|
|
22 |
-65 |
84.24 |
382 |
| 1521658 |
22 |
2 |
3YO plus |
15:00 |
Ascot |
26 Jul 2025 |
Moet & Chandon International Handicap |
£77,310 |
7f |
Good-good to firm in places |
null |
Weak |
A host of chances in what looks a typically wide open renewal, including last year's winner Northern Express, who is able to compete from a 2lb lower mark this time around. Aalto holds strong claims having been beaten a nose in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket a fortnight ago, as does Billyjoh, who finished behind him in third. However, preference is for CLASSIC, who ended a losing sequence at Sandown latest. The son of Dubawi should find this kind of test to his liking and a 5lb rise will be no barrier to further success. Others to note include Oliver Show and Fresh. |
Though last year's winner (stall one) and 2021 (four) were drawn low, a higher draw has generally been preferable in recent runnings of this race. A chance is taken on FRESH refinding his best form back at Ascot, in which case this 8yo will have every chance of repeating his win in this in 2022 on such form as last season's good, close third in this race. Fresh ran well enough on last month's seasonal debut to raise hopes he'll be ready to run to his best with that outing behind him now. Aalto is 5lb well-in after his excellent second in the Bunbury Cup last time, while he followed last season's win in that same Newmarket handicap with a solid effort here (around 2l ninth after being hampered). Stall three is a slight concern but he has strong claims otherwise. Classic comes here well-in and in fine form and appeals most of the rest while Oliver Show and Billyjoh are others for the shortlist. |
Classic |
Northern Express |
Fresh |
Aalto |
Classic |
78 |
22 |
-100.0 |
Sword |
null |
b |
g |
Kingman |
Ame Bleue |
Dubawi |
4 |
53.52 |
85 |
h |
Mark Winn |
null |
D OMeara |
Has generally been running well in recent times, while latest York effort (still ran okay) eminently excusable (hampered); more needed on balance up in grade, though. |
Wearing a hood |
106 |
3 |
null |
null |
|
|
2 |
28 |
133.2 |
395 |