Nick Shiambouros hit the ground running yesterday when both his selections won yielding a profit of 7.66 points. Nick turns his attentions to the magnificent meeting at Ascot today where he has two strong fancies...
"His conditioner has given him a well earned rest and should be ready to do himself justice"
Back Galileo Gold in the 15:10 at Ascot
14:00 Ascot- Quiet Reflection
Quiet Reflection is the logical choice in this outstanding contest.
This filly has gone from strength to strength this season and has proven herself to be one of the top sprinters in Europe. Last time out at Haydock she won the Sprint Cup Stakes in great style from The Tin Man. She cruised in to the lead a furlong from home and was pushed out to score decisively.
I see no reason to oppose her, and have backed her at her current price of 4.77/2 on the exchange.
Twilight Son looks like the main danger. He disappointed in the July Cup behind stablemate Limato, but the fast ground he encountered did not help. This two time Group 1 winner comes in to this race a fresh horse and cannot be dismissed lightly. He is worth a saver at around 7.06/1.
15:10 Ascot - Galileo Gold
Galileo Gold is taken to bounce back to his best in this mouthwatering race.
This high class three-year-old won the 2,000 Guineas in the spring and went on to take the St James's Palace Stakes at the Royal meeting. He ran no sort of a race at Deauville behind Ribchester in August but I believe he had a valid excuse. He had been on the go all season, and clearly was feeling the effects of contesting his fifth Group 1 of the year.
His conditioner has given him a well earned rest and should be ready to do himself justice. He is trading at 7.87/1 on the exchange which is more than fair.
Minding is the favourite at 3.052/1. This beautifully bred filly won the 1,000 Guineas and Oaks earlier this year and must be respected. She was a little disappointing behind Almanzor at Leopardstown, but remains a filly of the highest class.
My one concern is that she may not be as effective over a mile at this late stage of the season.
Saturday's Recommended Bets
Back Quiet Reflection in the 14:00 at Ascot
Back Galileo Gold in the 15:10 at Ascot
Weekly P/L + 7.93
*For P/L purposes, all Exchange recommended bets will be settled at BSP if successful