Epsom Derby Tips: Fascinating Rock

All the talk in the build up to the Derby has been about Australia. There is no doubt he is a very good horse but there were no excuses in the 2000 Guineas when he was beaten on merit.

Simon Rowlands of Timeform has done a fascinating analysis into the strengths of various Derby trials with the Derrinstown Stud and Dante historically matching Newmarket for quality.

The Derrinstown Stud Derby Trial was clouded by Ebanoran losing the race in the Steward’s Room leaving Fascinating Rock underrated because of the circumstances of his triumph.

Having watched the race, I firmly believe Fascinating Rock deserved the victory. Not only was he hampered, he also came from further back than Ebanoran, who got first run.

Unbeaten in three starts this season, Fascinating Rock seems to have that perfect blend of speed and stamina you need at Epsom. At 14/1 (Bet365) he’s too big to ignore.

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