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Top racing analyst and author Mark Howard shares his top picks
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Top racing analyst and author Mark Howard shares his top picks

Soldier's Heart - 3.00 Wednesday (Group 3 Molecomb Stakes)

The Group 3 Molecomb Stakes, won by Havana Grey seven years ago, could see SOLDIER'S HEART make a strong showing. The son of Havana Grey has impressed in his maiden and novice races, most notably winning a Goodwood maiden by nearly four lengths. Trained by Simon and Ed Crisford, he’s well-suited to this track and distance and has shown exceptional speed.

Kassaya - 4.45 Wednesday (Alice Keppel Fillies' Conditions Stakes)

KASSAYA, a half-sister to 2000 Guineas winner Chaldean, was well-supported in the Group 2 Queen Mary Stakes at Royal Ascot but struggled with a lack of clear running. Trained by Andrew Balding, she had previously won at Nottingham and is expected to perform well in these fillies' conditions race, setting her up for a potential Group 2 bid later.

Midnight Gun - 1.50 Thursday (Coral Kincsem Handicap)

MIDNIGHT GUN, recently acquired by Wathnan Racing, will make his debut for new connections in the Coral Kincsem Handicap. A son of Kingman out of 1000 Guineas winner Sky Lantern, he has shown promise in previous starts and should appreciate the step-up in distance. His recent form and rising handicap mark make him a strong contender.

Aparajeo - 2.25 Thursday (Group 2 Richmond Stakes)

APARAJEO, trained by Clive Cox, is a promising contender for the Group 2 Richmond Stakes. The son of Invincible Army won his maiden at Windsor and has displayed impressive speed. With a strong debut performance and the trainer's history of success in this race, Aparajeo could challenge the favourites.

Rare Change - 4.45 Friday (Hawes & Curtis Nursery)

RARE CHANGE, trained by Richard Hughes, is expected to be a key player in the six-furlong nursery on Friday. A colt by Mehmas, he has shown potential in previous races and is well-treated off a mark of 75. His recent performance at Haydock suggests he could be a strong contender in this competitive field.

Purosangue - 3.35 Saturday (Coral Stewards' Cup)

PUROSANGUE, trained by Andrew Balding, aims to repeat the success of Dancing Star’s 2016 Stewards' Cup win. The Listed winner has consistently performed well over six furlongs and will be running in a handicap for the first time. With a solid record and recent good form, he is a strong bet at 12/1 and should be considered for the Stewards' Cup.

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