Ground in perfect condition at Epsom Conditions at Epsom are described as "spot on" ahead of the two-day Derby Festival meeting. The ground is currently good, good to firm in places after six millimetres of water was applied to the course in recent days. The forecast is for dry conditions and for cooler temperatures than of late with the chance of a slight shower overnight Friday into Saturday. However, officials at the Surrey venue do not expect it to amount to more than about two millimetres. "The ground is currently spot on and I am glad we took the decision to water when we did," said director of racing Andrew Cooper. "I would have no hesitation in calling it good in the main. It is a little bit quicker in places, mainly on the climb up the back straight."
