ITV Racing tips: one key runner from each of the seven races on ITV on Saturday
1.50 Ascot
Princess Margaret Keeneland Stakes (Group 3), 6f
Lezoo was only beaten half a length in the Duchess Of Cambridge Stakes at the July meeting and looks the horse to beat on form. Palm Lilly, Royal Charter and Glenlaurel all impressed on debut while Kinta also puts her unbeaten record on the line.
SPOTLIGHT TIP: Lezoo
Not seen to best effect in a Group 2 last time and yet that still sets the standard
2.05 York
Sky Bet "Jump Jockeys' Nunthorpe" Handicap, 5f
They may be used to slogging it out over four miles, but the likes of Brian Hughes, Tom Scudamore and Harry Cobden are all set for a rare Flat appearance in this sprint handicap. Scudamore has won this twice and has likely favourite Val De Travers.
SPOTLIGHT TIP: Val De Travers
3-5 for this yard and was dominant at Musselburgh last time; major player
2.25 Ascot
Longines Valiant Stakes (Group 3), 1m
Roger Varian has a strong hand here with Kind Gesture and Zanbaq, who was only just touched off in the Sandringham at the Royal meeting last time. Novemba represents Germany while Jumbly is interesting now dropped in class.
SPOTLIGHT TIP: Zanbaq
2nd of 28 in 1m Royal Ascot handicap; smart filly in the making, with a big chance today
2.40 York
Sky Bet Dash Handicap, 6f
Gale Force Maya is feared dropped back into handicaps following a fine Group 3 third. The progressive Nationwide is an intriguing runner, while Mondammej, Aberama Gold and Venturous are always worth respect in these types of races.
SPOTLIGHT TIP: Ghathanfar
Forgiven latest run; commanding win here previously on sole run in these cheekpieces
3.00 Ascot
Moet & Chandon International Stakes, 7f
The consistent Jumby is expected to top the betting in this highly competitive handicap following placed efforts at Royal Ascot and the July festival. Dark Shift and Air To Air arrive after recent wins, while Tactical is another fascinating contender back in handicaps.
SPOTLIGHT TIP: Tactical
Did well to finish sixth in similar event at Royal Ascot two starts ago; possibilities
3.15 York
Sky Bet York Stakes (Group 2), 1m2½f
Claymore lowered the colours of Reach For The Moon in the Hampton Court Stakes and looks to further establish his reputation as a top three-year-old. Fellow Royal Ascot winner Dubai Future and Dubai Honour take him on.
SPOTLIGHT TIP: Dubai Honour
Two French 1m2f Group 2 wins last year; leading claims if at his best after a break
3.35 Ascot
King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Qipco Stakes (Group 1), 1m4f
Last year's Arc hero Torquator Tasso takes on two of the most exciting middle distance horses in training in Westover and Emily Upjohn. Both ran huge races in the Epsom Classics but Westover has gone on to produce a fabulous seven-length Irish Derby win. Mishriff was unlucky in the Eclipse and in a race packed full of quality neither Broome or Pyledriver can be ruled out.
SPOTLIGHT TIP: Westover
An emerging force; impressive in the Irish Derby four weeks ago; commands major respect
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Race 1, 1.50 Ascot: LEZOO
Race 2, 2.05 York: VAL DE TRAVERS
Race 3, 2.12 Newcastle: SOUND ANGELA
Race 4, 2.25 Ascot: ZANBAQ
Race 5, 2.40 York: GHATHANFAR
Race 6, 3.00 Ascot: TACTICAL
Race 7, 3.35 Ascot: WESTOVER
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Read Saturday's race previews:
3.35 Ascot: King George: trainer insight as Westover and Emily Upjohn face top-class rivals
1.50 Ascot: 'There’s no such thing as a penalty kick' - Lezoo camp wary of unexposed rivals
2.05 York: Can Harry Cobden grab the bragging rights in jump jockeys' Nunthorpe?
2.40 York: Keith Melrose explains how the draw could help solve York's Dash Handicap puzzle
3.00 Ascot: 'He's improving and has a definite chance' - key quotes for big-field handicap
3.15 York: Will Claymore prove his class for Jane Chapple-Hyam and down Dubai Honour?
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