Frankel’s Brother Makes Debut

Just ten days after Frankel consolidated his position as the best race horse in the world, his brother Noble Mission makes his racing debut in the 2.30 at Yarmouth. Connections have tried to dampen enthusiasm surrounding the horse, with Sir Henry Cecil describing him as still backward, but that doesn’t dissuade the bookmakers who have him installed as 3/1 favourite (Coral).

Two years ago, Sir Henry Cecil won this race with Bullet Train, Frankel’s half-brother, so there is a family tradition he is sticking with. In time, Noble Mission is expected to stay 1m2f and even a mile and a half. He carries a Derby entry and is 33/1 (Bet365) to win the Epsom classic. There is a long way to go with this horse, but if he is even half as good as his exalted brother, then we have another smart prospect to look forward to.