The Verdict: Angus McNae on the York Classic trials and more
By Andy Stephens
Last Updated: Tue 19 May 2026
Watch the top Racing TV presenter unpick six key races from the past week, starting with the Dante and Musidora.
ITEM
Item burst into the Derby scene with his Dante win but Angus says he just ground things out, rather than showing a sharp turn of foot.
Win time: 2m 10.80s (+1.39s vs Par)
Time Index: 4.4 (Meeting average: 4.1)
Time Analysis: Slow
0-20mph: 2.47s (4th)
Final 3F: 36.93sec
FSP: 103.12% (Par: 104.79%)
LEGACY LINK
The Musidora winner did not entirely convince Angus with her Oaks credentials. Watch why.
Win time: 2m 11.15sec (+1.51s vs Par)
Time Index: 4.4 (Meeting average: 4)
Time Analysis: Slow
0-20mph: 2.57s (4th)
Final 3F: 38.23sec
FSP: 100.37% (Par: 104.76%)
RAHIEBB
He's a mildly progressive individual who only had to repeat previous form to win, says our top analyst.
Win time: 3m 0.70s (+1.20s vs Par)
Time Index: 4.9 (Meeting average: 4.4)
Time Analysis: Par
4.05 York (May 15)
0-20mph: 2.64s (3rd)
Final 3F: 35.41sec
FSP: 109.71% (Par: 105.54%)
SCANDINAVIA
A lazy performance from the Gold Cup favourite at Leopardstown, but still a winning one. And Angus reckons we will see a lot more from him at the Royal Meeting.
Win time: 3m 0.93s (+1.11s vs Par)
Time Index: 4.9 (Meeting average: 6.6)
Time Analysis: Par
0-20mph: 2.81s (4th)
Final 3F: 36.04s
FSP: 107.59% (No Par)
KLASSLEADER
Angus reckons this strong stayer is a must for your Ebor shortlist.
Win time: 2m 34.26s (+3.48s vs Par)
Time Index: 2.9 (Meeting average: 4)
Time Analysis: Slow
0-20mph: 2.63s (7th)
Final 3F: 36.61sec
FSP: 106.64% (Par: 105.46%)
WARRANT HOLDER & ALTAREQ
Royal Ascot beckons for Warrant Holder, says Angus, but it is third-placed Altareq who excited him most.
Win time: 2m 11.42s (+0.88s vs Par)
Time Index: 4.8 (Meeting average: 4.4)
Time Analysis: Par
0-20mph: 2.62s (6th)
Final 3F: 35.65sec
FSP: 106.81% (Par: 104.83%)
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