SAXON WARRIOR is odds-on favourite for the Derby this afternoon for trainer Aidan O’Brien, who is chasing further classic success after winning the Oaks yesterday.
The superstar colt won the 2,000 Guineas in tremendous style on his seasonal debut and is looking to make it five wins from five starts.
Ryan Moore takes the ride on the son of Deep Impact, and he’ll be hoping that Saxon Warrior can become the first horse since Oath in 1999 to win from stall 1. The ground has been drying out over the last 24 hours, which should suit the favourite, and there will likely be few in-running problems with a field of only twelve runners. The way he strode out at Newmarket last time suggests he should have no problem with the new trip and everything is in place for a big performance.
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Who is Saxon Warrior?
Saxon Warrior is a three-year-old thoroughbred racehorse who has already won two Group 1 races.
As a two-year-old he triumphed three times, including a success in the Racing Post Trophy at Doncaster.
This year he has raced just once, but it resulted in a very impressive victory in the 2,000 Guineas.
Who trains Saxon Warrior?
Saxon Warrior is trained by Aidan O’Brien in Ireland.
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When will Saxon Warrior next race?
Saxon Warrior lines up in the Derby this afternoon at Epsom, and you can watch the race live on ITV and Racing UK at 4.30.
Where did Saxon Warrior finish on his last start?
Saxon Warrior finished first in the 2,000 Guineas on his last start, coming in at odds of 3-1.
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