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Murphy's Royal Ascot Pick: 8/1 Longshot for Gold Cup
10 Jun
Summary
- Oisin Murphy highlights Caballo De Mar as his standout Royal Ascot selection.
- Caballo De Mar is an 8/1 outsider for the prestigious Ascot Gold Cup.
- Murphy rode five winners at last year's Royal Ascot meeting.
Top jockey Oisin Murphy has pinpointed Caballo De Mar as his standout selection for the upcoming Royal Ascot meeting, noting the horse is available at odds of 8/1. Murphy, who achieved five victories at last year's Royal Ascot, is considered a strong contender for top jockey honors again this year.
Murphy's most anticipated ride is Caballo De Mar in the Ascot Gold Cup on Thursday. He believes the five-year-old, trained by George Scott, has a strong chance in the Group One race. Caballo De Mar has shown significant improvement this season, with a second-place finish in the Sagaro Stakes and a win in the Group One Prix Vicomtesse Vigier at Longchamp.
The Ascot Gold Cup, run over two miles and four furlongs, is a highlight of the Flat season. Scandinavia, trained by Aidan O'Brien, leads the betting at 6/4. Other contenders include Rahiebb (5/1), last year's winner Trawlerman (5/1), and Caballo De Mar (8/1).
Oisin Murphy is also looking forward to other rides, including Oxagon in the St James's Palace Stakes. As the retained rider for Qatar Racing, he is expected to have a strong book of rides throughout the five-day meeting.
