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BLESS HIM only just squeezed into the Britannia Stakes but I believe the David Simcock-trained colt can run a massive race at rewarding odds today.

Bookmakers quote the son of Sea The Stars at odds of 22-1.

I have ridden him on the gallops and am really keen on him. He has a high cruising speed and the big field of 18 runners will suit him.

He has relaxed better since David fitted a hood and he hit trouble in running at Goodwood last time out so a line can be put through that defeat.

The Gold Cup, feature race of the meeting, can throw up a really popular result with BIG ORANGE coming out on top.

The six-year- old, trained by Michael Bell, is a gutsy heart- on- sleeve type of horse so he is a real people’s favourite and has performed well around the world, including when fifth in the Melbourne Cup in 2015.

He just keeps galloping and should stay the marathon distance.

Jockey James Doyle has stepped up to replace the injured Frankie Dettori and he will find he is riding a tactically uncomplicated horse who can lead or race just off the pace.

Hopefully, that means he will avoid any trouble in running.

Last year’s winner Order of St George is among the opposition but underestimated Sheikhzayedroad, winner of the Long Distance Cup over two miles here in October, looks be a threat.

Sir Michael Stoute has two top chances with MIRAGE DANCER in the Hampton Court Stakes and immaculately-bred

MORI in the Coronation Stakes. The latter, a daughter of Frankel, should improve from a step up in distance.