'If it's soft ground, she has proved she goes on that round Ascot'

The Revenant: could defend his Queen Elizabeth II Stakes crown on Champions DayCredit: Mark Cranham

(Ascot, October 16)

Francis Graffard, trainer of Big Five
Big Five won't be running at Ascot. It has taken longer to get him ready than anticipated so he won't be thrown in at such a high level for his comeback. He will run once more this year and then we'll look towards next season.

Richard Hannon, trainer of Mojo Star
We're looking at the Long Distance Cup, we're not certain of his next step yet but it could well be Ascot. It's for three-year-olds and up which makes it tough but it's a possibility. There's always next year as well for him.

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Published on 20 September 2021inHorse racing tips

Last updated 18:08, 20 September 2021

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