Laverock Challenges Dylan Thomas in Juddmonte International

Strategic Insights -

Connections of Laverock believe the three-year-old has a serious chance in the Juddmonte International at York, despite being a long shot. French-trained Laverock has solid form and has performed well in soft conditions, including a career-best finish in the Prix d'Ispahan at Longchamp in May. The colt's chances are being taken seriously by Bruce Raymond, spokesman for the colt's owners, who notes that French horses tend to perform better in easy ground.

Key Takeaways:

  • Laverock has a serious chance in the Juddmonte International, according to connections.
  • The three-year-old has solid form, including a career-best finish in the Prix d'Ispahan.
  • Laverock has performed well in soft conditions, including a recent win on soft ground.
  • French horses tend to perform better in easy ground, according to Bruce Raymond.
  • Laverock has been placed in two other Group 1s since its win in the Prix d'Ispahan.
  • Dylan Thomas is a strong favorite for the race, installed at evens by Coral and VCbet.
  • Aidan O'Brien believes Dylan Thomas is in good form and ready to run at a mile and a quarter.
  • Laverock's trainer, Carlos Laffon-Parias, has a good record with horses in easy ground.
  • William Muir, trainer of Enforcer, is looking forward to a soft track, which would suit his horse.

Statistics:

  • 39 three-year-olds have contested the Juddmonte International since Rodrigo De Triano's win in 1992, with only Giant's Causeway successful.
  • Since 2000, three-year-olds have a poor win record in the International.
  • The York going was reported to be good yesterday afternoon, with a GoingStick reading of 7.5.
  • A mixed weather forecast suggests the track conditions may change.

Sources:

  • "Dylan Thomas in good form for Juddmonte International" - BBC Sport
  • "Laverock makes challenge in Juddmonte International" - Racing Post
  • "William Muir looks forward to soft conditions for Enforcer" - The Guardian