Starman and Oxted to lock horns for July Cup at Newmarket
Starman and last year's winner Oxted head the betting among the 23 confirmations for Saturday's Darley July Cup at Newmarket.
Archie Watson's Dragon Symbol was involved in one of the most controversial races of the season to date at Ascot.
Watson also has another strong chance with Glen Shiel, winner of the Champions Sprint last season and a credible second in the Diamond Jubilee at Ascot.
Andrew Balding's Chil Chil has taken her form to a new level on her last two starts, winning a handicap at the Guineas meeting and the Chipchase Stakes at Newcastle. Her trainer is another hoping for a dry week.
Another stepping up in grade is David Evans' Rohaan, the Wokingham winner who has improved out of all recognition this season.
Roger Varian's Line Of Departure also represents the three-year-old generation on the back of winning a Salisbury Listed event last time out.
Others engaged include Charlie Appleby's Jersey winner Creative Force, Clive Cox's Supremacy, Joseph O'Brien's Thunder Moon and the Tim Easterby-trained Art Power.