'He has a very good chance' - jockey Sean Levey on his weekend prospects
Cricket legend Michael Holding and Coral's James Knight join the panel
Who wins the Coral-Eclipse?
Andrew Dietz, reporter I can't wait to see Mishriff back on home soil after his impressive wins in the Saudi Cup and Dubai Sheema Classic as it takes a special horse to do what he did to those international rivals. I like the fact this race has been the long-term target since Meydan in March – it was a plan that certainly worked for Subjectivist at Royal Ascot.
Michael Holding, former cricketer It's a watching race for me rather than betting but if they get the overnight rain they say is coming Addeybb will come more into the picture. If it's not soft then St Mark's Basilica could be in business as he's getting 10lb off the other two and he just keeps on winning. I don't like opposing such horses.
James Knight, Coral I'm very much in the Addeybb camp. I'm not sold on the quality of St Mark's Basilica's French form and Addeybb lapped Mishriff the last time they met over a mile and a quarter on soft ground. He's also the biggest price of the three main contenders, so looks the obvious play to me.
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Published on 2 July 2021inPreviews
Last updated 18:32, 2 July 2021
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