Johnston’s scare

SUBJECTIVIST is still on course for the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot despite worrying connections.

Trainer Mark Johnston revealed the second favourite for the big prize behind Stradivarius fell over on the way to the gallops last Friday but suffered only superficial damage.

“He fell over and skinned both knees and his hocks but just superficial grazes,” the Middleham handler told Sky Sports Racing. “There was no swelling and he cantered both yesterday and today, so all should be well.”

Johnston is now worried about the lack of a recent run for his stayer, who has not raced since winning the Dubai World Cup at Meydan in March.

“That is more of a concern,” he added.