Tread carefully! Hype horse has more on his plate than market suggests

2.30 Ascot
SP forecast 11-10

Cost his powerful connections €900,000 as a yearling and made an impressive debut at the Curragh just over a fortnight ago, looking stronger the further he went. He's an athletic sort who showed a long stride that day and should be well suited by Ascot's straight track. He is already among the best on form and should improve, though whether he should be much shorter than high-achiever Pinatubo is debatable.

Conclusion This could well be a match between him and Pinatubo, who provides better value.