Legatissimo bids for more Classic glory

Published at May 30, 2015, 13:57

Legatissimo
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Legatissimo remains on course for a possible Classic double after heading a list of 14 fillies to stand their ground at the confirmation stage for the Investec Oaks at Epsom on Friday.

David Wachman's charge bagged the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket earlier this month and is set to step up to a mile and a half for the second leg of the fillies' Triple Crown.

The Aidan O'Brien-trained Found, who finished second in the Irish 1,000 Guineas, is still in the running for the Ballydoyle team along with Cheshire Oaks winner Diamondsandrubies, Musidora second Together Forever, Wedding Vow and Qualify.

The other contender from Ireland is the Jessica Harrington-trained Jack Naylor, who took the eye when making late headway to occupy fourth spot in the Irish 1,000 Guineas.

Musidora winner Star Of Seville is one of two possibles for John Gosden, with stablemate Jazzi Top also in the field following her Pretty Polly win.

Crystal Zvezda is Sir Michael Stoute's contender, while Andre Fabre could send Al Naamah over from France.

Bellajeu, Lady Of Dubai and Local Time round out the possible field.

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