Ascot

The standout runner in this field with an impressive 4 placings from 5 starts, all on the polytrack. Despite the wide barrier, her consistency and clear form advantage make her the one to beat.

Despite only three starts, this horse has shown good potential, including a second-place finish. The booking of William Pike is a significant positive, indicating the stable's confidence and making it the top pick in this maiden.

This horse has the best winning strike rate in the field at 33% and is lightly raced with a win from only three starts. The fresh run over 1000m from a good barrier with Jordan Turner aboard makes it a strong contender in this Class 1. Despite the last two runs being poor, they were in tougher company and it's well-placed here.

Ripper Rupert boasts an impressive win percentage and has won three of his last five starts. With William Pike in the saddle and a strong recent record, he's the horse to beat despite the wide barrier.

Comes off a dominant maiden win and has the top jockey William Pike aboard. With only three starts, he has significant upside and looks perfectly placed to continue his progression over this distance.

Fey King is the standout pick here, with very limited starts but impressive recent form including a win and a second. The booking of William Pike is a massive vote of confidence, and with natural improvement, this horse looks hard to beat.

Coming off a last-start win, Royal Splendour is in good form and has proven ability at the distance. With Chris Parnham aboard and a good barrier, he looks to be the horse to beat.