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1h ago 2.30pm QUEEN MARY STAKES result
5h ago Preamble

O’Brien Discusses Team Tactics Debate

Aidan O’Brien addressed the controversial suspensions handed to Christophe Soumillon and Ryan Moore following Tuesday’s St James’s Palace Stakes.

Moore, aboard Gstaad, received a three-day ban for careless riding after allowing his mount to drift left without correction. Soumillon, riding the stable companion Puerto Rico, shifted left at the top of the straight to create room on the rail. Although the result remained unchanged, stewards issued Soumillon an eight-day suspension for actions intended to benefit another horse from the same stable.

O’Brien told the Racing Post that the stewards make the final call and rules must be followed. He expected both horses to run prominently, with Soumillon likely leading given the horse’s prior Group One success on the front end. Moore was anticipated to track in second. O’Brien noted he saw the race unfold like everyone else.

When asked about team tactics, O’Brien stressed there was no doubt the horses were entered to ensure an even pace for the field, which remains the sole objective.

3.40 DUKE OF CAMBRIDGE STAKES betting

Blue Bolt - 3/1
Friendly Soul - 6/1
Catalina Delcaprio - 6/1
Cathedral - 6/1
Godspeed - 8/1
Jancis - 11/1
Kon Tiki - 12/1
Falakeyah - 16/1
BAR 16/1
Betting via Oddschecker

Greg Wood

3.40 DUKE OF CAMBRIDGE STAKES preview

The race moved to the round mile in recent years and features a large field of 15 runners. Low-drawn horses that can race prominently may hold an advantage. Blue Bolt finished second in the Group One Sun Chariot Stakes last autumn but faces a slightly awkward draw in stall 10. Friendly Soul and Catalina Delcarpio occupy better positions in five and four. Friendly Soul returns after a setback at Haydock and could prove strong if regaining her best form. Catalina Delcarpio brings limited experience and showed promise when third in last year’s Ribblesdale Stakes. Jancis and Cathedral also merit consideration after finishing first and second in the Dahlia Stakes.

Timeform top-rated: Cathedral

SELECTION: CATALINA DELCARPIO

3.05 QUEEN’S VASE result

1 Limestone (Dylan Browne McMonagle) 10-3
2 Del Maro (W Buick) 12-1
3 Ranga Tang (Cieren Fallon) 40-1

3.05 QUEEN’S VASE They are off with Mr Colonel slowly away. Ravenspire leads early from Limestone. Ranga Tang takes over but pulls hard and opens a clear lead. Turning for home Galiyan makes a move. Limestone and Del Maro pass the post together in a photo finish. LIMESTONE gets the verdict, giving Joseph O’Brien another winner.

Victorious Maintains Unbeaten Record

Victorious extended her perfect record in the Queen Mary Stakes. The Wootton Bassett filly followed spring victories at Naas with this success. O’Brien praised Ryan Moore’s ride and noted the filly’s lack of sight in one eye, which required careful handling. Moore described her as a professional who has always shown ability. The winner was quoted at 12-1 for the 2027 1,000 Guineas.

Gareth Southgate presented the trophy after the opening race but declined media interviews on the day England began their World Cup campaign.

3.05 QUEEN’S VASE betting

Galiyan - 2/1
Limestone - 7/2
Point Of Law - 7/1
Asakir - 9/1
Ravenspire - 10/1
Port Of Spain - 10/1
Del Maro - 12/1
Wareeth - 18/1
BAR 16/1
Betting via Oddschecker

Greg Wood

3.05 QUEEN’S VASE preview

Point Of Law looks a fair each-way option at around 8-1 in a competitive renewal. Galiyan heads the market on the back of an impressive maiden win at Chester. Limestone aims to give Joseph O’Brien a second success of the meeting, while Port Of Spain represents Aidan O’Brien’s strong record in the race.

Timeform top-rated: Port Of Spain

SELECTION: GALIYAN

2.30pm QUEEN MARY STAKES result

1 Victorious (R L Moore) 10-3 Fav
2 Senorita Bonita (W Buick) 8-1
3 Ruiva (Juan Hernandez)

2.30pm QUEEN MARY STAKES They are off over five furlongs. Envision leads one group while Senorita Bonita stays prominent. Victorious finishes fastest to win for the Aidan O’Brien team.

The Princess of Wales attracted considerable attention for her striking outfit choice.

2.30pm QUEEN MARY STAKES betting

Victorious - 4/1
Alta Regina - 4/1
Senorita Bonita - 8/1
More Champagne - 9/1
Wild Blossom - 9/1
Ruiva - 12/1
Drazinda - 20/1
Velozee - 22/1
BAR - 22/1
Betting via Oddschecker

Greg Wood

2.30pm QUEEN MARY STAKES preview

Victorious is a narrow favourite to give Aidan O’Brien a second win in the race. Senorita Bonita is also prominent after a promising debut. Alta Regina and Wild Blossom complete the leading quartet of unbeaten fillies. Kentucky Rain offers each-way value at longer odds.

Timeform top-rated: Victorious

SELECTION: SENORITA BONITA

Greg Wood

6.10 WINDSOR CASTLE STAKES preview

Recent changes to race conditions have drawn comment from trainers. Aidan O’Brien’s Sergei Diaghilev is well fancied despite a low draw. Controlla makes appeal from stall 15 after finishing close to Victorious on debut.

Timeform top-rated: Controlla

SELECTION: CONTROLLA

Greg Wood

5.35 KENSINGTON PALACE STAKES, HANDICAP preview

Alobayyah is a short-priced favourite in the 24-runner field. She carries 1lb extra after finishing behind Radiant Beauty last time.