Top Pick :- 16. Royal Empire (IRE) The Godolphin stable have been trying for several years to win this race. They ran 2nd's with Central Park and Give The Slip. Royal Empire drawn a nice gate in barrier 11, had 2 lead up runs for this, 2nd's both times over 2400M, his previous start in the Geoffrey Freer when he carried 59kg and defeated Red Cadeaux was the indicator that he would be suited here. I am reliably informed that he has worked well and looks a treat. Cup winning jock Kerrin McEvoy rides, that's a plus.
