Earth Shot's Irish Oaks Run: Ground Too Fast?

Earth Shot, owned by Wathnan Racing, disappointed in the Irish Oaks at the Curragh due to excessively fast ground conditions. This performance followed her notable victory in the Ribblesdale Stakes at Royal Ascot earlier. Connections believe the "lightning fast" going at the Curragh was the primary reason for her underperformance.

Despite the setback, William Haggas' charge is expected to bounce back. Her racing adviser, Richard Brown, indicated that while she doesn't require soft ground, very fast conditions are not ideal. Future targets may include prestigious races such as the Yorkshire Oaks and the Prix Vermeille, with the team prioritizing races with suitable ground conditions for the Group Two winner.