1

Cheshire Dancer

A good third of 23 when an outsider for a Royal Ascot handicap, then proving that she could handle Listed company when second this month. Another rise in class.

2

Jancis

David Egan booked to ride this Irish challenger for the first time. Not disgraced in G2 and G1 company on last two starts. But a bit more needed.

3

Lou Lou’s Gift

From a formidable yard that have won this before. Should improve for her 2025 return but would need to.

4

Royal Dress

Ratings suggest she has a decent chance, and her powerful winning surge in a Listed event at Pontefract this month was a personal best.

5

Sunfall

Won her only Ascot start, under a positive ride on slow ground in 1400m Listed company. Down the field at Epsom for a different stable.

6

American Gal

Failed to handle G1 Classic company at Chantilly but had previously won bravely in a Listed event there. Stable have a strong record in this.

7

Bermuda Longtail

Career best when almost winning a Listed event at York in May. Too keen early at Epsom subsequently.

8

Cajole

Close to a Royal Ascot handicap victory in June, and her subsequent Listed second at Sandown was probably even better.

9

Chantilly Lace

Only fifth on both 2025 starts but they were in G1 company and not beaten far in either. Fast ground for those but slower may suit better.

10

Glittering Surf

Won her first two starts – over 1600m at Kempton. Faded out on her turf debut. More needed.

11

Pina Sonata

Looks to deserve a crack at this higher level after justifying favouritism readily on both 2025 starts.