Last year's G1 Investec Derby hero Masar (GB) (New Approach {Ire}) will make his first start since the blue riband in next Saturday's G1 Hardwicke S. at Royal Ascot, opting for that 12-furlong contest as opposed to the 10-furlong G1 Prince of Wales's S. three days earlier. Jockey James Doyle is therefore free to continue his association with Sea of Class (Ire) (Sea the Stars {Ire}) in the Prince of Wales's.
Trainer Charlie Appleby said the decision was made after Masar galloped on Saturday morning.
“We were very pleased with Masar's work this morning, and we thought the right option for him is the Hardwicke,” he said. “It's his first start since the Derby, and with the rest of the season ahead of us, we just felt it would be a tough assignment in the Prince of Wales's, with the way that race is shaping up. The Hardwicke is a lovely race, and we know the conditions should suit him. It looks the right option to start his 4-year-old career.”
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