Storm Boy faces an uphill battle in the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot, with jockey Ryan Moore expressing doubts about the colt’s chances. The Australian juvenile sensation has struggled to replicate his Magic Millions 2YO Classic success in Europe, leading to a significant drift in the betting markets.
Trained by Aidan O’Brien, Storm Boy’s lackluster performance in the Greenlands Stakes has raised concerns about his form heading into the prestigious Group 1 race. Despite O’Brien’s optimism for improvement, Moore remains cautious, highlighting the stiff competition from international contenders in the field.
Moore emphasized the need for Storm Boy to elevate his performance substantially to be competitive against the quality field assembled for the Jubilee Stakes. The jockey pointed out that horses like Satono Reve, with strong form credentials, pose a serious threat to Storm Boy’s chances of a successful outing at Royal Ascot.
With the Japanese star Satono Reve and the local talent Inisherin emerging as frontrunners in the betting, Storm Boy finds himself among the notable drifters in the pre-race markets. Lazzat, another contender with Australian connections, has also seen a slide in odds despite an impressive showing in last year’s Golden Eagle at Rosehill.
The Jubilee Stakes promises to be a thrilling climax to the Royal Ascot carnival, with the final Group 1 race attracting a competitive field of sprinters vying for glory on the prestigious stage. As the anticipation builds for the showdown, punters and racing enthusiasts await the outcome of this highly anticipated event in the global horse racing calendar.
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