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'He's got a bit of a future' - St Leger the long-term target for Chesspiece
Chesspiece powers clear of Sea Of Roses and Circle Of Fire at Hamilton on FridayCredit: John Grossick
Ed Crisford is eyeing the Betfred St Leger for Chesspiece after the Godolphin colt's success at Hamilton.
The son of Nathaniel won for the third time in five starts when making all in the Glasgow Stakes, in the process bouncing back from defeat at Royal Ascot when third behind Goodwood Cup favourite Gregory in the Queen's Vase.
The Hamilton race has been won in recent years by Group 1 winners Subjectivist and Postponed, and joint-trainer Crisford is hopeful Chesspiece can also win at the top level.
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