Ascot’s difference between round and straight miles is worth reconsidering, with Cheveley Park Stud’s Inspire Dominant in Betting for October 15 Queen Elizabeth II Bet sponsored by QIPCO (G1).
The performance she was so low on came more than a mile at Ascot, but it was over a mile round at Coronation Stock (G1) in June. Incidentally, her dam is also excellent on a circular mile here.
The perception that the straight mile is slightly more difficult seems to be accepted. Course record, set by Ribchester five years ago, 0.7 seconds slower (about four lengths on fast ground) than Alpha Centauri equivalent on round course.
Those are fringe things, so of bigger concern is the general difference in characteristics between straight and circular courses. The old one tends to reward stronger travelers, while gear changes like Inspiral’s will get bigger rewards on the detour.
Those looking for a detail in her armor can take a look at that, but it’s again out of the way and certainly won’t make anyone think she’s the most likely winner. .
Given the odds won’t be too high, ground isn’t a problem either, although it is noted that the Inspiral is unbeaten on weaker than good and has a soft base.
The softer the better Avenger who had the best record of his career in this race last year after finishing second in the Qatar Prix Daniel Wildenstein (G2) at ParisLongchamp and has had an identical preparation this season.
There are positive notes to be heard on a few bystanders. Checkandchallenge only one and a half behind The Revenant at Longchamp and still has the potential to do better. He has a high airspeed and must match Ascot’s straight mile.
The most likely challenger to favorites is Modern game . He won the Emirates Poule d’Essai des Poulains — Two thousand French Guineas (G1) and was only defeated by Baaeed over a mile this season.
Modern Game Made Woodbine Mile at Woodbine
He was the impressively strong winner of the Ricoh Woodbine Mile Stakes (G1T) last time out, given a cautious rating on Racing Post Ratings, but that still puts him in the vicinity of the Inspiral.
“He didn’t stay in the French Derby, even though he was beaten by a very good horse in Vadeni (FR .)), “coach Charlie Appleby said.” We dropped him off seven grips in Deauville, and he noticed it on the sharp side before stepping back a mile in (Qatar) Sussex Stakes (G1) and running a great second to Baaeed. The long-term plan with him has always been Canada and then the Breeders Cup. He finds it all very easy in the Woodbine Mile, and this race is suitable as a stepping stone for the Breeders’ Cup. “
The Ascot question is a complete unknown to him, but half-sisters Mawj finished second at the Albany Stakes (G3) in June, and if he works here, he can play his part in giving fans what they want from QEII: Inspiral year now.
‘She was refreshed’
Aside from a blip in the Tattersalls Falmouth Stakes (G1) when she was overturned at 1-7, Inspiral had another rift year, and managed to end the campaign with success in the third group of the season. .
Daughter of Frankel must dig deep to deny Light infantry at Deauville last August, but has been well-rested ever since.
General coach John Gosden said: “She had a fantastic performance winning (Prix du Haras de Fresnay Le Buffard Jacques Le Marois, G1) last time, since we’ve been waiting for this race. .
“She was refreshed but a small field made it a little bit worse for her. It would have been better if it had been a larger field, especially since she was painted on the wings in the year. ripe.”
He added: “She’s very flexible on the pitch, will probably stick, but it will be better on a straight line than a circle. That will be her result for the year because she won’t be involved. attend the Breeders’ Cup.”
Winning at Ascot would give Inspiral a record seven wins from eight starts and raise her status as a special scumbag.
