Royal Ascot odds of 20-1 look too big for this easy winner - the track could be perfect

Believing was the most impressive winner of the day at Haydock on Saturday, landing the Listed Achilles Stakes with extreme ease – and she looks overpriced to make a big impression at Royal Ascot too.

Believing has been tried over as far as seven furlongs and is a Group 3 winner over six, but she didn't appear remotely inconvenienced by dropping to the minimum trip, careering away to win with daylight back to the rest.

Live In The Dream was a big disappointment, and had excuses, but he could have found it tough dealing with Believing even if he had been on top of his game.

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Nick WattsWeeklies editor

Published on 9 June 2024inAnte-Post Angles

Last updated 18:03, 9 June 2024

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