Desert Image to get off the mark in British Stallion Studs Supporting British Racing E B F Maiden Fillies´ Stakes (Div II) at Leicester
There are plenty of interesting newcomers in Tuesday’s British Stallion Studs Supporting British Racing E B F Maiden Fillies´ Stakes (Div II) at Leicester, but the vote goes to Desert Image, who is in a great position to open her account after shaping well
on debut.
The Charles Hills-trained ran very well behind Penny Rose in a tough competition at Newbury. The pressure slightly got the better of her, when she made a lazy start in the Dubai Duty Free Full of Surprises EBF Fillies' Conditions Stakes.
Not losing determination, the juvenile made smooth progress thereafter, and went second approaching the final furlong. In the hands of Michael Hills, the 6-1 chance kept on well, but could not match the pace of winner in the final 120 yards. As a result,
she missed the crown by 2¼ lengths.
It was a fascinating act though, as the filly maintained the standards despite a lot of pressure. Having shaped well on her Newbury debut, she is in a good state at the moment, and looks ready to steal the show in today’s 7f9y clash.
A total of 11 horses have entered the class 4 meeting. The good is good to soft for the crucial event, which will be kicked off at 17:10 GMT. A bunch of talented beginners is waiting for Desert Image. Owned by Newsells Park Stud, the pricey Secret Gesture
is the main danger. The betting market will definitely tell a tale, as the punters are likely to show keen interest in her.
Trained by Ralph Beckett, the 230,000gns newcomer will be ridden by Jim Crowley, who has guided three different horses to glory so far this month. Secret Gesture’s yard is currently in good form, and has a 20% winning record with 2-year-olds this year.
Conserve, the 80,000gns half-sister to Marcel Boussac winner, also belongs to a good yard. The Sir Henry Cecil-trained is also likely to get attention on debut.
Including Secret Gesture, a few dangerous debutants are lined up. Yet, the preference should be given to Desert Image, whose experience will prove crucial. Good luck to all the contestants.
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