Racing Post Weekender - June 03, 2026

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Epsom’s new initiatives deserve to be a success

DAVID’S DIAMONDS

Goode excelled in Brave’s horror show

Saffie on a roll in May

Imposing Ancient Egypt is bred to win a Derby

Look for those who are keeping it cool

Ballydoyle dominance dull

Sad demise of Derby second

Derby outsiders often excel

Gorgeous Ancient Egypt’s Epsom gallop a pointer to his chances

Thundering On and James J Braddock pose serious threats

Chantilly 1-2-3 not a big surprise

Tony’s our big Epsom hope now the rain has come

Hoping Link can advertise Musidora form

Tony’s our big Epsom hope now the rain has come

Windsor Castle or Coventry on the cards for our Sunday scorer

Almaqam set for Ascot

ITEM TO DELIVER IN DERBY

Expect fireworks from Sparks Fly after midweek rain

Dash test promises to suit speedy Irish raider Eclairage

Exciting season ahead for yard kicking into gear

Exciting season ahead for yard kicking into gear

Pipe’s in for a good night at Warwick

On the Newmarket gallops

Dante winner Item must have a big shout

Egypt an interesting outsider in the Derby

Legacy Link has a great chance in Oaks

With plenty of rain about it has to be Yulia

The Epsom test is a unique one for horse and jockey

Ancient Egypt and Calandagan are my two fancies for Derby day

There’s much more to come from the unlucky Princling

Maltese Cross can the fly flag for Britain against Ballydoyle

Step up in trip looks sure to suit Legacy Link

Fast break could see Ralph run riot for Dowling

Well-regarded Menhaal can step forward

Boiling too hot to handle in the Diomed Stakes

O’Brien holds the key yet again as he seeks victory number 12

Musidora heroine to leave lasting legacy

Cellini the favourite but don’t rule out stablemate Bonnard

It has to be Benvenuto with Item next best

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