Dual Identity will aim for a third-time charm in the bet365 Cambridgeshire at Newmarket later this month.
William Knight’s six-year-old has previously finished third in this race two years ago, just getting beaten in the final stages, and last year ended up 10th, finishing three and a half lengths behind Astro King.
This season, Dual Identity has shown solid form, with a victory at Sandown in May and commendable performances in major summer handicaps. He recently chased home stablemate Sir Busker at York.
Sam Hoskins, racing manager for Kennet Valley Syndicates, commented: "He ran a great race at York. He was slightly impeded during the race, which might have cost him, but Sir Busker was always holding him. Despite being up 3lb, which is expected, we're planning to run him in the Cambridgeshire on September 28."
"He’s performed well in this race before, and it’s a bit of a disappointment he didn’t win it two years ago. Last year he ran well, though William’s horses were perhaps not as competitive as they are this season. He’s rated better than ever and seems to be improving, so there’s a chance he could be in contention. The style of the race suits him, which could be worth a few pounds, and he definitely deserves a big win. He’s been unlucky in some big-field handicaps, so it would be fantastic to see him secure a major victory."
Kennet Valley also has high hopes for juvenile filly Mollie Foster, who won at Haydock in July and recovered from a disappointing run in Deauville to finish second at Goodwood.
Hoskins added: "Mollie Foster is set to contest one of the Goffs Million races on September 28. We’re considering either the six-furlong or the seven-furlong race, with Ed Walker suggesting the longer trip might be suitable, though we’re leaning towards the six-furlong option given its challenge at the Curragh. This race holds special significance as Mollie Foster was purchased on the day of our founder Nick Robinson’s passing, and her name combines his grandparents’ names. Nick founded Kennet Valley with the aim of winning the Goffs Million, which has now become this race. Nick established Kennet Valley in the 1980s and came close with Miss Demure in 1988. Winning this race would be a historic achievement and deeply meaningful, with the prize money being an added bonus. Mollie Foster deserves her place in the race, especially with the fillies’ allowance."