CHARLES DARWIN was highly progressive at 2 yrs, powering clear in good style in the Norfolk Stakes at Royal Ascot when last seen, and sets a clear standard on this return to action even before factoring the likelihood of further improvement. Once-raced pair Kindergarten and Silk Braid can perhaps give him the most to think about.
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Johnny Ward
Charles Darwin Aidan O'Brien's charge is far superior to his rivals here having won the Norfolk Stakes last year. He likes the track (he bolted up here 12 months ago) and there's nothing to suggest this son of No Nay Never should not thrive as a three-year-old.
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Smart Stats
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Charles Darwin
2 Aidan O'Brien's number of winners in past 5 runnings.
1/2
6
Kindergarten
2 Mrs J. Harrington's number of winners in past 5 runnings.
10/1
1
Charles Darwin
40% Ryan Moore's strike rate on favourites
1/2
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Race Hints
Specific Pace Hint: Charles Darwin might not get things all its own way near the head of affairs but shouldn’t be held back by that alone: The leaders will have to go harder than the predicted pace forecast if the hold-up horses such as Silk Braid are going to come into things.