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Epsom Downs 14:40

Race 3 Betfred Coronation Cup (1m 4f 6y)

6th Jun 25

WinnerJan BrueghelSP 4.33
Horse
Jan Brueghel
Jockey
R L Moore
Trainer
A P O'Brien
Let's get right into the thick of it at Epsom Downs for the 'Race 3 Betfred Coronation Cup', set to go off at 14:40. With a blend of some intriguing form lines and competitive entries, this race covering 1m 4f 6y promises quite the spectacle. Leading the charge is Jan Brueghel, trained by the renowned A P O'Brien and piloted by Ryan Moore. This 4-year-old colt is priced at a value bet of 5.0, which seems fair given his track record. While not showing much in recent outings (with a zero in recent 30-day races), his 720-day strike rate of around 0.80, with a noteworthy 1.00 strike rate over this specific distance, suggests he may just have a significant run in him. Recent yard form under A P O'Brien isn't too shabby either, maintaining a steady 0.39 strike rate over the last 30 days. Ancient Wisdom takes the second spot, being another 4-year-old colt, trained by C Appleby and ridden by W Buick, but carrying more generous odds at 21.0. It's a long shot, literally, but with Ancient Wisdom, the notable point is the distance — the horse has run this distance twice in the last 720 days without shining. Despite a lack of convincing recent form, the combination of Appleby and Buick, known for surprises, might just pull off an unexpected performance. Not to be discounted is Continuous, who trips off at a massive 67.0. At five years of age and trained also by A P O'Brien but steered by W M Lordan, Continuous has bagged 3 races out of 8 over long term but lacks convincing form over the current distance. Clearly, a wild card entry and with such long odds, he's poised to either bust or boom spectacularly. While others in the lineup, like Calandagan priced at a short 1.67, show potential due to impressive ratings, our model's top pick, Jan Brueghel, seems most likely to exploit this race's conditions. Savvy bettors will watch the market movements but might find the proposition of backing Jan Brueghel too alluring to pass up. Best of luck to all, and remember to wage a wee flutter responsibly!
Article prices indicative and correct at 3:16 am on 6th June 2025
PHorseHTJJ/TRLSP
1st6. Jan Brueghel69109143206121
5th1. Ancient Wisdom57113124167108
4th4. Continuous63109109137103
2nd3. Calandagan677511716599
6th2. Bellum Justum665811915791
7th7. You Got To Me67599515290
3rd5. Giavellotto664113215886

Course SR 20.22% (from last 89 races)

Course & Distance SR 26.32% (from last 19 races)

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