Royal Ascot is known for attracting the very best horses from around the world, and this year is certainly no exception. The St. James Palace Stakes, in particular, will see a rare clash between the winners of all three of the main colts' mile Classics.
Notable Speech, the QIPCO 2000 Guineas winner, has been highly praised by jockey William Buick for his exceptional acceleration. Trainer Richard Hannon's Rosallion, the Irish Guineas winner, has also shown great potential and will be looking to make a statement at Royal Ascot.
Other contenders in the St. James Palace Stakes include Metropolitan, City Of Troy, Unquestionable, and Darlinghurst, all of whom have shown impressive form leading up to the race. French challenger, Darlinghurst, is particularly exciting, having risen rapidly through the ranks and being unbeaten in four starts.
In the Queen Anne Stakes, Charyn will be looking to finally break through in a Group 1 race after being beaten in all six of his previous attempts. Trainer Roger Varian is confident in Charyn's abilities, especially after a strong showing in the Al Shaqab Lockinge Stakes last month.
The Queen Anne Stakes has attracted a high-class field, including French challengers Big Rock and Facteur Cheval, both of whom have shown their class in previous races.
Overall, Royal Ascot promises to be a thrilling and competitive event, with some of the best milers in Europe facing off in the St. James Palace Stakes and Queen Anne Stakes. Fans can expect top-class racing and an unforgettable experience at the prestigious event.