Fresh off her first career defeat in the Raconteur, Hot And High shapes as the one to beat at Ascot. Here's why the step up in trip could be the key.
The Belmont Guineas looks tailor-made for Hot And High to bounce straight back.
The Raconteur loss didn't dent her reputation, with signs throughout the prep suggesting she's been crying out for more ground.
Stretching out to the mile for the first time ticks a big box.
Add in a likely tactical edge, sitting on top of the speed and hitting the front by the 300m while her main rivals are still winding up from back in the field, and Saturday's feature looks well within reach.
Odds subject to change.
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