Improving filly looks set for Group 1 glory on the Knavesmire

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Mabs Cross
Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes, August 24
1pt each-way at 14-1 generally

The July Cup is one of my favourite races of the Flat calendar and Aidan O'Brien once again proved why he is the best in the business as US Navy Flag relished the drop back in trip to record a pillar-to-post success.

Connections pinpointed a tilt at the Everest as his long-term target and, having endured a tough campaign as a juvenile and having already raced five times as three-year-old, a well-deserved break is in order for the son of War Front.

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Published on 18 July 2018inHorse racing tips

Last updated 11:01, 6 August 2018

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