Kieren Fallon has been booked by trainer David Evans but it's difficult to comprehend why anyone would want to 'get rid' of a useful juvenile for around 'six grand.' Has there been a problem since the Kheleyf colt finished second (of 24) to new juvenile sprinting sensation, Frederick Engels in the 'Windsor Castle' over the minimum trip at Royal Ascot? Given that the stiff five at Ascot certainly equates to an extra distance on Town Moor, which is completely flat and uncomplicated, Stonefield Flyer shouldn't be extended, never mind beaten, with 15lbs in hand-on my time-handicap.
Since his last run a month ago, Stonefield Flyer has significantly not been entered up. Rumour suggested he'd been sold to Hong Kong and so, has he failed one of these extensive veterinary examinations which are required for thoroughbreds to be purchased in the far-east colony, once a British preserve? Probably, because more that 40 x-rays are involved and any owner approached to sell for mega-money to HK needs to hold his breath before getting a fat cheque. I've been a regular seller and know exactly what goes on. More fail than pass and the fact Stonefield Flyer is racing for 'peanuts' wont be lost on so many, who might just plump for Frankie Dettori-ridden Pimpernel, winner on debut over five at Lingfield. Twice-raced West Leake Hare wont go to post unfancied either, having won unchallenged at Leicester last month.
This promises to be fascinating. Rumours will have spread throughout the industry if, indeed, there has been a problem but I'll take my chance. 'Stonefield' still has four legs, is fit and Dalgleish wouldn't risk such a valuable commodity unnecessarily. Believe me.Bath also stages an evening fixture and Sarangoo has an excellent opportunity of going one better in the Maiden Fillies' Stakes, over an extended five furlongs.
Sarangoo just failed in a handicap over course and distance last week, by a head, after looking certain to finally get off the mark. She is certainly knocking on the door and because the only TH danger, Cheherazad, might find this too sharp, Malcolm Saunders' charge is worth backing.
Earlier, Courtland King should be a good bet for the Selling Stakes over five furlongs at Leicester. Kieren Fallon has been booked by trainer David Evans but it's difficult to comprehend why anyone would want to 'get rid' of a useful juvenile for around 'six grand.'Perhaps the cost of ownership is weighing down the owner; after all it's alright to buy a thoroughbred, keeping 'em is more of a problem, as I've found out!
SELECTIONS
RACE 10 (#2) COURTLAND KING
RACE 18 (#7) POLPERRO
RACE 43 (#1) STONEFIELD FLYER (nap)
RACE 56 (#6) SARANGOO