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Newsletter set for Nottingham challenge

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Ken Condon's Newsletter makes her second trip over to Britain this season for the EBF Stallions Weatherbys General Stud Book Kilvington Fillies' Stakes at Nottingham.

Third in the Queen Mary last year, beaten only by Anthem Alexander and Tiggy Wiggy, she disappointed twice thereafter.

Condon gave her time and reintroduced her in a Listed race at Bath three weeks ago where she finished well, suggesting the sixth furlong here should see her in a better light.

"She's a nice filly but at home we don't really have any suitable fillies-only sprints for her, which is why she hasn't run at home yet. We're hoping she can pick up more black type," said Condon.

"I was pleased enough with her comeback at Bath. She had a wide draw and racing downhill on firm ground just caught her out a bit, so I expect the softer ground to suit her.

"I think she's improved for the run and she'll give a useful account of herself. We might find Spinatrix difficult to beat, though, she's very consistent and appears better than ever at seven and ours is only three.

"After this there's a new race at Naas on June 1 for her, just for three-year-olds.

"She's in the new Ascot race but she'd have to win before we think about that as it looks a hot race. I've got my eye on the Ballyogan, I think that will suit her."

Mick Channon's Divine, Charlie Hills' Queen Catrine and James Given's Pastoral Girl are others with claims.