Late decision on Twice Over Dante run Connections of Vodafone Derby favourite Twice Over will make a late decision regarding his participation in the totesport.com Dante Stakes at York. Owned by Prince Khalid Abdullah, the son of Observatory has yet to taste defeat in three outings and reappeared with a taking win over Raven´s Pass in the Craven Stakes. While the team would relish the opportunity to get another run into the colt before he bowls up at Epsom on June 7th, Twice Over will not be risked if the ground is deemed too quick on the Knavesmire. "There´s no decision as yet and we´re not likely to make one until the morning. However, the aim is to run," explained Teddy Grimthorpe, racing manager to the owner. "All we want is to make sure the ground is safe and that there is no jar in it. "They are probably going to water tonight anyway. "We are very keen to run because after this there is no other chance to get a run into him." Chief executive William Derby admits the going is fairly quick but is satisfied with the condition of the turf. He said: "It has dried out, but there is plenty of moisture in the soil and there is a good covering of grass. "We think we are going to stay largely ry for the week but the temperatures should be a little lower than the 20´s we were seeing last week."
