UK Horse Racing Tips: Goodwood

AL AASY rolled back the years to claim some notable scalps, including Arabian Crown, in the Gordon Richards on his return but hasn't quite performed to that standard since, finishing fourth as favourite in the Aston Park before running as well as could be expected in the Hardwicke. He gave William Haggas his third victory in this race since 2020 12 months ago and can double up. His stablemate Candleford won at Beverley to boost his confidence - something last year's Derby runner-up Ambiente Friendly could do with, although a recent gelding operation may help.
Prediction : 1st Al Aasy 2nd Candleford 3rd Arabian Crown

FRENCH DUKE hasn't managed to get his head in front since justifying favouritism at last year's Glorious Goodwood, but he has actually only had two starts since and there was nothing wrong with his Royal Ascot comeback. It is expected that he has been aimed at this meeting again. Joseph O'Brien has already tasted success here this week so Aeronautic commands respect, although Ryan Moore opposes the Owning Hill handler now on fellow Irish raider Duraji - a rare Goodwood runner for Dermot Weld. The hat-trick seeking Sam Hawkens is feared most, though.
Prediction : 1st French Duke 2nd Sam Hawkens 3rd Duraji

Goodie Two Shoes has been carrying all before her in Ireland, building on a Listed brace by landing a Fairyhouse Group 3. Her winning run could be brought to an end by TERM OF ENDEARMENT, who was pipped in a York Group 3 prior to disappointing in the Coral Marathon. Back against her own sex, she can defend the crown she won when with Henry de Bromhead last season. Danielle is a fascinating contender upped in trip for her return to action, with Musidora runner-up Serenity Prayer leading the three-year-old charge.
Prediction : 1st Term Of Endearment 2nd Goodie Two Shoes 3rd Danielle

Hammer The Hammer is a progressive colt that fully deserves a crack at his elders after a sterling second-placed finish in the Palace Of Holyroodhouse at Royal Ascot. However, this is a power-packed renewal and another step forward is needed. Having shown resolution with a cheekpieces/tongue-tie combination tried at York most recently, ELMONJED could be the answer, with a penalty not an insurmountable burden. The resurgent Get It won this off 6lb lower 12 months ago and another must for the shortlist after landing the Wokingham at the Royal meeting. Completely Random, Apollo One and Purosangue also boast solid credentials.
Prediction : 1st Elmonjed 2nd Hammer The Hammer 3rd Get It

Yah Mo Be There, who contested the 2000 Guineas and Jersey Stakes on his last two starts, merits close inspection dropped in class for his handicap debut, while Consolidation also competes after a Royal Ascot appearance where he wasn't beaten far despite finishing 10th in the Britannia. However, his progressive and hat-trick seeking stable companion EL MATADOR earns a tentative vote based on his potential for further progression now he steps into handicap company. Mudbir and Miami Matrix are other in-form contenders to consider.
Prediction : 1st El Matador 2nd Yah Mo Be There 3rd Consolidation

Corinth finished a respectable fourth on debut at Sandown last month and that form is working out well, so he has to be respected. His draw in stall 12 is a slight concern, so it may pay to side with ISAAC NEWTON. Aidan O'Brien's youngster shaped with bundles of promise when only going down a nose to a more fancied stablemate at the Curragh and will have plenty more to offer. Exclusive Code is another to note.
Prediction : 1st Isaac Newton 2nd Corinth 3rd Exclusive Code

Gladius boasts an appealing profile with two wins from three starts, most recently making a winning handicap debut at Sandown, and the booking of William Buick is another positive. Boyfriend was far from disgraced in fourth in this grade at Newmarket and is noted, but INDALO gets the vote. Roger Varian's charge produced a career-best performance to score over a mile at Sandown recently and a 5lb rise might prove to be on the lenient side.
Prediction : 1st Indalo 2nd Gladius 3rd Boyfriend