'He's in super form' - St Leger hero Eldar Eldarov ready to take on Trueshan

Eldar Eldarov: David Egan could be copying the Queen's Vase high-fives if he wins the Long Distance CupCredit: Mark Cranham

St Leger winner Eldar Eldarov has been given the green light to tackle his elders for the first time in the Group 2 Qipco British Champions Long Distance Cup at Ascot on Saturday.

The son of Dubawi's participation had been in doubt, with trainer Roger Varian and owners KHK Racing also considering the Group 1 Royal Oak at Longchamp on Sunday week for their Classic winner.

Eldar Eldarov, who made a winning debut as a two-year-old at Nottingham almost a year ago to the day, has improved as he has gone up in trip this season.

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David MilnesNewmarket correspondent

Published on 12 October 2022inNews

Last updated 19:14, 12 October 2022

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