Highland Avenue catches the eye in warm-up for Heron Stakes assignment

Highland Avenue: set for the Heron Stakes at SandownCredit: Edward Whitaker

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Almost 150 horses had used the Limekilns by 6.45 on Saturday morning, including the Craven Stakes runner-up who was partnered by William Buick and worked with the 111-rated Glorious Journey (James Doyle). The son of Lope De Vega will line up for next Sunday’s Irish 2,000 Guineas in place of his stablemate Master Of The Seas who heads to Royal Ascot.

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David MilnesNewmarket correspondent

Published on 15 May 2021inNews

Last updated 13:19, 15 May 2021

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