In-form filly can see off French raider

Credit: Alan Crowhurst

Laurens
3.15 Ascot
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was the long-time ante-post favourite for the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes, and had been as short as 2-1 in places, but he’d been drifting even before Roaring Lion’s presence was confirmed.

He’s still second in the market, but he flopped at Royal Ascot in June and was beaten more than eight lengths in last season’s Champion Stakes, so his course form is hardly rock-solid.

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Published on 19 October 2018inHorse racing tips

Last updated 18:51, 19 October 2018

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