Kris Kin opts out of Curragh clash
The eagerly awaited clash between English and French Derby winners Kris Kin and Dalakhani at the Curragh this weekend will not take place.
Connections of the Michael Stoute-trained Kris Kin had been thought likely to add their improving colt to the field for the Budweiser Irish Derby on Sunday.
However, the ground in Ireland is riding on the fast side and, with a dry week forecast, it was considered that it would be too quick for Kris Kin.
He will now be aimed at the King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Diamond Stakes at Ascot next month.
Joe Mercer, racing manager to owner Saeed Suhail, said: “The ground is very firm out there I gather and we decided we’ll leave it. The horse is fine, we would just prefer a bit of cut in the ground for him.
“I should think you will see him on July 27 – the King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Diamond Stakes.”
