Good morning all
I never thought this day would come — especially just a year after the initial plan.
We’re all packed and heading to the airport this afternoon. The trip is now via London, as Qatar has been under pressure due to the situation in Iran 😢
The rain in South Africa has been relentless, so it feels like the perfect time to head off in search of “sunny skies and golden beaches” in Scotland 🤣
Hearts are still top of the league after a solid 2–1 win over Rangers. Bokkie called it at 3–1, but we’ll happily take the three points 👉
Now we need Rangers to do us a favour against Celtic, with another tough test coming up for Hearts against Motherwell. Then maybe the celebrations can begin.
Arsenal look to be back on track as well, George has put the tablets away, and the Bella Cheeza wine shop is nearly ready to open 🍷
The racing has been top-class. Bow Echo looks something special — even money for the St James’s Palace at Ascot could be value. Gstaad should go well in the Irish 2000 Guineas.
For the English Derby, it’s hard to look past Aidan O’Brien — the big question is which one Ryan Moore chooses.
Back to Ascot, and what a line-up:
Prince of Wales’s Stakes looks outstanding
Daryz, Ombudsman, Minnie Hauk, Calandagan and Forever Young all catching the eye
The Gold Cup sets up as a cracker — Scandinavia vs Trawlerman
Coronation Stakes: True Love
Queen Elizabeth: the Australian star Joliestar looks a big runner
Locally, Andrew Fortune is one to follow for the July
Good punting 👍
Have to dash
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