Curragh Sunday 16:35 - Top 3 Finish

oddschecker Verdict

Aidan O'Brien retains the faith in BENVENUTO CELLINI and he can leave behind a disappointing, and controversial, 'non-run' at Epsom. The Frankel colt had his leg up on the side of the stalls as they opened and, after missing the kick as a result, finished well beaten after being hampered as well. The soft ground that day may not have been ideal either and, on better going now, the impressive Chester Vase winner can show his true colours. Derby winner Christmas Day looks a real out-and-out galloper and stamina is his forte. He could play a big role again, while Epsom third James J Braddock also has to be respected, especially given his antics pre-race. Raaheeb is the unknown quantity in the race and a potential improver trying this trip for the first time.

Prediction: 1st Benvenuto Cellini, 2nd Christmas Day, 3rd James J Braddock