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Post by tenfurlongs on May 28, 2024 8:47:16 GMT -5
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Post by 1hooper on May 28, 2024 9:26:35 GMT -5
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Post by mysaladdays on May 28, 2024 23:45:46 GMT -5
I used to make clothing but I have lost touch with all the terminology. However, the late King and Queen silks apparently date all the way back to the horse, Minoru, owned by King Edward VII, circa 1906 – circa 1917. That nehru-like Mandarin stand-up collar with the frog fastenings are very reminiscent of the chinese cheongsam style dresses you see in fashionable society in China..... (changshan for males, cehongsam for women). The changshan was often worn by men with a magua, also commonly translated as "riding jacket" in English language. Also resembles the tangzhuang, which is a variation of the Manchu "horse jacket" that was originally worn by Manchu horsemen. Except these racing silks are shorter in a shirt-format, with set-in sleeves. I am still thinking Manchu and Han dynasties, because those also fastened on the left side. But we also see this in military clothing from Napoleonic times. Would love to know more about what made them choose these decorative closures, I am thinking the chinese culture pre-dated the ones adopted by Europeans? We take so much for granted, but there is always an interesting history behind everything which I find fascinating. I'll put this down as "conversations I would have liked to have with The Queen over tea". I'm sure she would have been happy to discuss it, she was very affable and very much into horse racing. |
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Post by mysaladdays on May 29, 2024 0:23:41 GMT -5
Both the Oaks and Coronation Cup look like head scratchers. I had not been fond of Emily Upjohn in the past so was surprised to see the 4/5 present odds.
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Post by tenfurlongs on May 29, 2024 8:26:54 GMT -5
Only five entered for the Coronation Cup, and I can't fathom why Hamish is currently the rank outsider at 25-1 when the two 'favorites' Emily Upjohn (4-5) and Luxembourg (7-2) prefer firmer ground and are both on reclamation missions after some disappointing runs. Feed The Flame (8-1) is crying out for a return to 12F after a good third in the Prix Ganay (GI) last time over v. soft ground, and Hamish (25-1) is just ludicrous at those odds, even though Haggas has kept him in GIII company for most of his races, perhaps realizing his limitations. He ran Kyprios to 3/4 length in GI Irish St. Leger at 14F two years ago, he likes ground with give to it, and has won five in a row against lesser company. It may well turn into a tactical race and a sprint finish, but Emily Upjohn has her work cut out for her to repeat in this event. Dozen left in for the Oaks, and not sold on the top two either. Ezeliya (4-1) from Dermot Weld should like everything about 12F on soft ground; Secret Satire (14-1) is on a nice progression with a GIII-win in the Musidora S. last out over my crush Francophone, sire Advertise is not fully exposed yet as a distance sire, soft ground could be a question mark as well; Ralph Beckett has four in here and his second-string, You Got To Me (14-1) beat Rubies Are Red last time, should love increasing distances being by Nathaniel, and is ridden by underrated Hector Crouch. Also wouldn't want it too soft. The three handicaps have 16, 14, and 12 runners so some good betting there. I like one in the 7F Surrey Stakes for 3yo, Balmacara (7-2). Has to find some lengths with favored Zoum Zoum, which beat him in a Novice race at Newmarket in November, but has won two in a row this year and gets three pounds from the favorite due to that one's Listed win last fall. Likes to make all the running, could turn the tables on the favorite. Speaking of that Novice race at Newmarket, how's this for a key race: www.racingpost.com/results/38/newmarket/2023-11-03/850649Winner Zoum Zoum came back to win a Listed race in France two weeks later; second-place Kikkuli (full brother to Frankel) just ran second in the Heron Stakes (Listed) at Sandown; third-place Balmacara has won two in a row this season; fourth-place Economics just won the Dante Stakes (GII) by six lengths over Derby third-choice Ancient Wisdom. TW |
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Post by tenfurlongs on May 29, 2024 9:33:00 GMT -5
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Post by tenfurlongs on May 29, 2024 9:41:07 GMT -5
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Post by cherokeescot on May 29, 2024 10:07:22 GMT -5
Since the same process worked for me in the Kentucky Oaks / Derby I will be betting a Balding / Murphy Epsom Oaks/ Derby double
Secret Satire / Bellum Justum
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Post by mysaladdays on May 29, 2024 11:58:01 GMT -5
Since the same process worked for me in the Kentucky Oaks / Derby I will be betting a Balding / Murphy Epsom Oaks/ Derby double Secret Satire / Bellum Justum That will pay well! |
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Post by tenfurlongs on May 30, 2024 19:40:34 GMT -5
GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (GoingStick: 6.1) (Rail movements: 2.00 +8yds, 2.35, 3.10, 3.45 & 4.30 +15yds and 5.10 & 5.40 +10yds) (Showers) www.racingpost.com/news/previews/shes-never-run-the-distance-but-i-think-it-will-be-ok-trainer-and-jockey-quotes-for-an-open-looking-betfred-oaks-a9U3R2j050RuEPS R2 (9:35am ET)- 1m½f (1m113y) Handicap (Class 2) (4yo+ 0-105)www.racingpost.com/racecards/17/epsom/2024-05-31/866913
#2- Al Mubhir (8-1) Frankel colt from Haggas wants soft ground, hasn't won since last April but usually puts in a good run at this level. New venue, versatile running style, price might be right. #9- Koy Koy (7-1) also prefers soft ground, spent the winter in Dubai running against better with little to show for it, had a sneaky good comeback at Newmarket two weeks ago. Gets the services of Wm Buick today. EX- 2,9/2,3,5,9 EPS R3 (10:10am ET)- 1m4f (1m4f6y) Coronation Cup (Group 1) (British Champions Series) (Class 1) (4yo+)www.racingpost.com/racecards/17/epsom/2024-05-31/863456After much back and forth, taking #1- Feed The Flame (5-1) after a near miss going shorter in French GI last time. 4yo Kingman colt hasn't ducked anyone, needs a heady ride from Demuro but should be primed for a top effort. WIN- 1 EX- 1/2,4 EPS R4 (10:45am ET)- 1m2f (1m2f17y) Handicap (Class 2) (4yo+)www.racingpost.com/racecards/17/epsom/2024-05-31/866912Siding towards the higher-weights in here. #1- Liberty Lane (6-1) still needs to prove himself at 10F, but ran a huge race last time at Newmarket, picking up 5lbs for the victory. Class of the field. Stablemate #4- Bolster (9-2) is a lightly-raced 4yo that ran a big new top on seasonal debut, still has lots of upside with only five starts. EX- 1,4/1,4,5,6 EPS R5 (11:30am ET)- 1m4f (1m4f6y) Oaks (Group 1) (British Champions Series) (Fillies) (Class 1) (3yo)www.racingpost.com/racecards/17/epsom/2024-05-31/863455I've settled on #3- Ezeliya (7-2) from Dermot Weld for the Aga Khan. Daughter of Dubawi has progressed well through three starts, won GIII last time from well off the pace and looks to want every bit of 12F. Mom was third to Enable in Irish Oaks, won three stakes at this distance. WIN- 3 EX- 3/6,8,11,12 EPS R6 (12:10pm ET)- 7f (7f3y) Surrey Stakes (Listed Race) (Class 1) (3yo)www.racingpost.com/racecards/17/epsom/2024-05-31/866915
#1- Zoum Zoum (2-1) and #2- Balmacara (4-1) traded punches at Newmarket last fall in an ultra-key race, but Balmacara looks primed to exact revenge today, showing fast progression through three starts. Latest novice win points her out. WIN- 2 EX- 1,2/1,2,5,6,7 EPS R7 (12:40pm ET)- 7f (7f3y) Handicap (Class 2) (3yo+ 0-100)www.racingpost.com/racecards/17/epsom/2024-05-31/866914Usual suspects show up for this 7F tilt, leaning towards the higher end of the weights here also. #1 Rhoscolyn (8-1) is now a 6yo but still likes his racing, prefers soft ground, has a win locally. Gets new rider in James Doyle as Watson bails out for a stablemate. #4- Earls (10-1) shipped over from IRE two back to take a nice pot at Haydock, needs soft-heavy for his best but with Colin Keane aboard they are all in. WIN- 4 EX- 1,4/1,2,4,10,12 Good luck if you play, and you absolutely should! TW |
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Post by 1hooper on May 30, 2024 20:56:06 GMT -5
Would be surprised if Ezeliya didn't relish the distance TW. Female family of Estimate, gifted to The Queen by Aga Khan, who was Ascot Gold Cup G1 winner at 2.5 miles. Not the only family member to win Ascot Gold Cup either.
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Post by spiderjohn on May 31, 2024 7:40:53 GMT -5
Not a fan of Pascal Bary, and the Haggas/Marquand runner might be a little cheap--though they both seem to handle soft. Putting LUXEMBOURG over them in exactas, hoping that the O'Brien class shows up.
Can't knock EZELIYA either if the footing is as advertised....
Maybe Aidan's YLANG YLANG if I am lucky earlier---no clue on the other races
good luck!
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Post by 5wide on May 31, 2024 7:53:03 GMT -5
Purely guesswork and wishful thinking behind these bets.
r1 -New charter / r6 Zoum Zoum double
r1 -New charter / r3 Emily Upjohn , Feed the flame / r6 Zoum Zoum Treble
r2 -Autumn festival wp
r4 - Killibegs Warrior wp
r5 - Ylang Ylang/ Forest Fairy / Dance sequence ex box , FF win , DS win
Good Luck.
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Post by ozzy on May 31, 2024 8:06:49 GMT -5
Such an astute handicapping write up has me playing Epsom on this Friday morning…damn you Tom and others)!
Best of luck all
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Post by mysaladdays on May 31, 2024 8:42:24 GMT -5
I had BESHTANI (10-1 at post) in Race 2 and got beat by a longshot as they hit the wire together, so not feeling confident going forward. Will have to think it over for the Oaks, I like a few in there and just not sure about any of the Dubawi's at this distance.
For R3 Coronation Cup I'll do exacta Luxembourg, Feed the Flame over ALL and trifecta 1,3,5
For R4 Nifty Fifty - I only like I Still Have Faith and Liberty Lane
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Post by cherokeescot on May 31, 2024 9:17:54 GMT -5
Brilliant ride by Ryan Moore 👏
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Post by mysaladdays on May 31, 2024 9:30:44 GMT -5
I never have been able to warm up to Emily Upjohn in any race I've ever seen that one in, and did not use in the Coronation Cup at all. Moore was only one who gave a good ride. The others must not have had their morning coffee yet. Made a little on the exacta.
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Post by cherokeescot on May 31, 2024 10:05:07 GMT -5
Pleased for Luxembourg , now a Group 1 winner at 2 , 3 4 and 5 . Quite an achievement nowadays
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Post by tenfurlongs on May 31, 2024 10:08:06 GMT -5
Race 4 definitely Bolstered my bankroll, exacta $246.80
That was an odd race, with the winner going wire-to-wire, yet the place horse was just about dead-last as they turned in. Fair track I guess, if you can handle the uneven terrain and uphill finish. Koy Koy in Race 2 absolutely couldn't handle it, kept lugging in towards the stands rail, Buick had all he could do to keep her from crashing into other runners. Doubt you'll see him at this course again. Also, tremendous balance and athleticism by Haunted Dream, and James Doyle on his back, not going down after a terrible stumble at the start, nearly hit the board after all the drama.
Nice to see The King and Queen at the races to watch their filly in the Oaks.
TW
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Post by spiderjohn on May 31, 2024 10:08:53 GMT -5
Sticking with EZELIYA each way, and a tri wheel of YLANG YLANG/EZILIYA/all
good luck!
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Post by cherokeescot on May 31, 2024 10:15:58 GMT -5
If Luxembourg wins the Japan Cup on November 24 his owners get a $3m bonus . I guess we will see him in Tokyo 🤑
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Post by mysaladdays on May 31, 2024 10:29:28 GMT -5
Passing wagering on the oaks. I will watch. but I actually like some of the longshots like Seaward, Treasure and You Got To Me.
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Post by spiderjohn on May 31, 2024 10:36:42 GMT -5
6-1 and easily
Bet 2 races—won both—Nice!
Done for the day
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Post by mysaladdays on May 31, 2024 10:41:49 GMT -5
Ezeliya was definitely the class of the field with that female family. Congrats to those who played her.
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Post by mysaladdays on May 31, 2024 10:46:12 GMT -5
who ran 4th and 5th in the oaks?
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Post by tenfurlongs on May 31, 2024 10:48:33 GMT -5
who ran 4th and 5th in the oaks? You Got To Me was fourth, and Caught U Looking was fifth. TW |
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Post by 5wide on May 31, 2024 10:48:55 GMT -5
Ezeliya was definitely the class of the field with that female family. Congrats to those who played her. Ditto. |
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Post by tenfurlongs on May 31, 2024 11:03:09 GMT -5
Ezeliya was very well ridden by Chris Hayes, she traveled right into the race without being asked and just motored. Win $144.00Dance Sequence ran better than expected, but didn't handle the track either, had 'a foot in every county'  as the man said, all over the place inside the last two furlongs. Buick earned his money today.
Ylang Ylang ran okay for sixth, had a tough PP draw (12) and never had any position through the entire race. War Chimes (74-1) ran very well for third place at those odds, boosting the form of Sosie (Sea The Stars) which runs for Andre Fabre in the Prix du Jockey Club (French Derby) at 10.5F at Chantilly on Sunday.
TW
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Post by mysaladdays on May 31, 2024 11:18:58 GMT -5
Dance Sequence ran better than expected, but didn't handle the track either, had 'a foot in every county' as the man said, all over the place inside the last two furlongs. Buick earned his money today.
TW
She either needs a small cut back in distance, or a flat track. I was a little worried about her for a minute there. |
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Post by 5wide on May 31, 2024 11:25:52 GMT -5
What an appropriate name, given her "Electric slide" down the stretch.
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as the man said, all over the place inside the last two furlongs. Buick earned his money today.