The Duke of York Stakes and Musidora Stakes feature on the opening day as outstanding sprinter Harry Angel returns
The Musidora Stakes, one of the last significant trials for the Oaks at Epsom early next month, is usually the feature event on the opening day of the Dante meeting at York, but it faces stern competition on Wednesday afternoon from the Duke Of York Stakes, when the outstanding sprinter Harry Angel will attempt to make a successful return to action under a 5lb Group One penalty.
The mere presence of Clive Cox’s four-year-old among the entries appears to have frightened off many of his potential opponents, and the seven-runner field is the first in single figures this century. Brando and Tasleet, though, are both very solid opponents, as Brando has the benefit of a run – and win – under his belt already this season and Tasleet showed his liking for this track and trip when successful in this race 12 months ago.
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