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The Ascot Feature Rankings

Posted on | Posted by Digby Beacham

WA Guineas – Nov 21

1 – DOM TO SHOOT

His figures in the Fairetha Stakes were outstanding. The barrier is awkward, but a good Paul Harvey ride could be the difference.

2 – WESTERN EMPIRE

Still not assured of a start, but his two career runs to date have been terrific. Live hope if there is a scratching.

3 – FIRST LAW

Fairetha Stakes placegetter. Has the gate speed to take up a prominent spot. Is progressive and gets the addition of blinkers.

4 – GEMMA’S SON

There was nothing wrong with his run in the Lee-Steere Stakes. Barrier makes it difficult.

5 – WATCH ME DANCE

WA Champion Fillies Stakes winner who has come up with a perfect draw after her fighting victory last weekend.

Railway Stakes – Nov 21

1 – INSPIRATIONAL GIRL

Everything is pointing in her direction. Can she emulate Galaxy Star from two years ago. I think so.

2 – KAY CEE

Has to carry 56kg, but is arguably the best horse in the race. Proven at WFA. Will be powering home late.

3 – TOO CLOSE THE SUN

Hard not to be impressed with his two runs this time in. Will be on speed and can burn the candle at both ends.

4 – PLATOON

Brad Parnham will need luck from the draw, but the gelding is going better than 12 months ago when third in this race.

5 – KEMENTARI

Will be put to sleep by Chris Parnham from low draw. Knockout hope.

Winterbottom Stakes – Dec 28

1 – TREKKING

Was relaxing in his box last weekend when many of his rivals were ploughing through the slop.

2 – STAGEMAN

Caught the eye again in the Colonel Reeves Stakes. The 1200m of the Winterbottom is ideal.

3 – INDIAN PACIFIC

Lightly raced, the demanding Colonel Reeves run should bring him on further. Can win with a low draw.

4 – VALOUR ROAD

High-class galloper. Coped with his tough run last weekend in style.

5 – ELITE STREET

Brings genuine X-factor to this feature provided he gets a run.

Kingston Town Classic – Dec 5

1 – KAY CEE

Took an enormous step forward in the Lee-Steere. Her Railway run will have a large bearing on the market.

2 – INSPIRATIONAL GIRL

Yet to be exposed to WFA level, but it is hard to see why she won’t measure up.

3 – SNICKERDOODLEDANDY

Not ready to abandon ship despite her unplaced run in the WA Champion Fillies Stakes.

4 – GAILO CHOP

Loved his 1450m Lark Hill trial on Monday. The Railway will be perfect preparation.

5 – TOO CLOSE THE SUN

Getting better and better all the time. Dominant Ascot Gold Cup winner over the trip.

Perth Cup – Jan 2

1 – TRULY GREAT

Three for three this time in after his Group 3 RJ Peters Stakes success. Just a flat-out good horse.

2 – NEUFBOSC

Neville Parnham has this fellow ticking over beautifully. Increased distances will be ideal.

3 – MISSILE LAUNCH

Starts his build with a Railway outing on the weekend.

4 – TAXAGANO

His Northerly win was a shock. His two runs since have been very sound.

5 – TOO CLOSE THE SUN

Has the potential to have his rivals off the bridle a long way from home.




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