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Earlier this year he Tipped Distant Storm only to then put up Gstaad just before the Guineas
Today he’s done his selection and thoughts for the Derby.
Earlier this year he Tipped Distant Storm only to then put up Gstaad just before the Guineas
Today he’s done his selection and thoughts for the Derby.
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The 2,000 Guineas market has been blown wide open - is there a convincing candidate among the leading contenders?
Chris Cook delves into the opening Classic after Albert Einstein's poor return on Saturday
Chris Cook
Senior writer
Published on 30 March 2026inThe Front Runner
Last updated 09:56, 30 March 2026
Verdict
Everything else is available at 33-1 or bigger, so if you if you have a strong fancy that I haven't mentioned, for goodness sake have a few quid on before everyone cottons on, and then email frontrunner@racingpost.com to tell me about it.
Likeable as Bow Echo is, I'm not convinced he's earned the right to be 2,000 Guineas favourite. It would make more sense for the market to put its faith in the Dewhurst form and have Gewan and Gstaad battling it out at the top.
I remember liking Distant Storm's run at the time and, watching the Dewhurst again, I still like it. At a general 12-1, he's quite appealing. Granted a strong pace, his hold-up tactics can work better than they did in October.
https://www.racingpost.com/news/the-front-runner/the-2000-guineas-market-has-been-blown-wide-open-is-there-a-convincing-candidate-among-the-leading-contenders-a2HS46v78LTf/
Chris Cook delves into the opening Classic after Albert Einstein's poor return on Saturday
Chris Cook
Senior writer
Published on 30 March 2026inThe Front Runner
Last updated 09:56, 30 March 2026
Verdict
Everything else is available at 33-1 or bigger, so if you if you have a strong fancy that I haven't mentioned, for goodness sake have a few quid on before everyone cottons on, and then email frontrunner@racingpost.com to tell me about it.
Likeable as Bow Echo is, I'm not convinced he's earned the right to be 2,000 Guineas favourite. It would make more sense for the market to put its faith in the Dewhurst form and have Gewan and Gstaad battling it out at the top.
I remember liking Distant Storm's run at the time and, watching the Dewhurst again, I still like it. At a general 12-1, he's quite appealing. Granted a strong pace, his hold-up tactics can work better than they did in October.
https://www.racingpost.com/news/the-front-runner/the-2000-guineas-market-has-been-blown-wide-open-is-there-a-convincing-candidate-among-the-leading-contenders-a2HS46v78LTf/
Gstaad is the equine Kieren Fallon - and you'll all be glued to the soap opera after he's won the 2,000 Guineas
Chris Cook delights in the (costly) decision to add the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf winner into the Newmarket mix
Chris Cook
Senior writer
Published on 30 April 2026inChris Cook
Last updated 15:47, 30 April 2026
https://www.racingpost.com/news/opinion/comment/gstaad-is-the-equine-kieren-fallon-and-youll-all-be-glued-to-the-soap-opera-after-hes-won-the-2000-guineas-axnqQ2Y7Ou9X/
Chris Cook delights in the (costly) decision to add the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf winner into the Newmarket mix
Chris Cook
Senior writer
Published on 30 April 2026inChris Cook
Last updated 15:47, 30 April 2026
https://www.racingpost.com/news/opinion/comment/gstaad-is-the-equine-kieren-fallon-and-youll-all-be-glued-to-the-soap-opera-after-hes-won-the-2000-guineas-axnqQ2Y7Ou9X/
AI Overview Gstaad & Albert Einstein was mistakenly removed from the Betfred 2000 Guineas on March 31, 2026.
So when he posted his article Gstaad was still an intended runner!
So when he posted his article Gstaad was still an intended runner!
The ante-post Derby market looks quite enticing - so what does Chris Cook make of the leading contenders?
Aidan O'Brien is responsible for the top four in the betting and seeks a fourth straight win
Chris Cook
Senior writer
Published on 4 May 2026inThe Front Runner
Last updated 09:54, 4 May 2026
Verdict
It looks a wide-open race but I find myself much more convinced about the claims of Benvenuto Cellini than others at the head of the market. Maybe we've finally found the right favourite.
For those interested in a pot-shot, an each-way play on Ancient Egypt could be the way to go. The Derby is his target and he'll stay, making 33-1 quite appealing.
Aidan O'Brien is responsible for the top four in the betting and seeks a fourth straight win
Chris Cook
Senior writer
Published on 4 May 2026inThe Front Runner
Last updated 09:54, 4 May 2026
Verdict
It looks a wide-open race but I find myself much more convinced about the claims of Benvenuto Cellini than others at the head of the market. Maybe we've finally found the right favourite.
For those interested in a pot-shot, an each-way play on Ancient Egypt could be the way to go. The Derby is his target and he'll stay, making 33-1 quite appealing.
Benvenuto Cellini
Trainer Aidan O'Brien
Odds 6-1f
This bonny chestnut stretched out kindly to win a Group 2 on Irish Champions Weekend by five lengths. Started favourite for Doncaster's Futurity after that but faded into third, probably not enjoying the heavy going. Already odds-on with some firms for the Chester Vase on Wednesday, when good going seems likely. Easy to like.
Trainer Aidan O'Brien
Odds 6-1f
This bonny chestnut stretched out kindly to win a Group 2 on Irish Champions Weekend by five lengths. Started favourite for Doncaster's Futurity after that but faded into third, probably not enjoying the heavy going. Already odds-on with some firms for the Chester Vase on Wednesday, when good going seems likely. Easy to like.
The Senior writers view on
Gstaad (7-1)
Ran too free under restraint in the Dewhurst, which became his third narrow defeat in a Group 1. Had looked a star in the Coventry and looked it again at the Breeders' Cup but probably against horses he was entitled to beat. Disconcerting that Aidan O'Brien seemed to fancy Albert Einstein as his main Guineas contender but Gstaad may now inherit that status. Having been the dominant force in the Guineas, O'Brien hasn't won it since 2019, not wanting to have his horses peak too early in the year.
B4 the computer error!
Gstaad (7-1)
Ran too free under restraint in the Dewhurst, which became his third narrow defeat in a Group 1. Had looked a star in the Coventry and looked it again at the Breeders' Cup but probably against horses he was entitled to beat. Disconcerting that Aidan O'Brien seemed to fancy Albert Einstein as his main Guineas contender but Gstaad may now inherit that status. Having been the dominant force in the Guineas, O'Brien hasn't won it since 2019, not wanting to have his horses peak too early in the year.
B4 the computer error!
And that’s why I don’t subscribe to the lazy post, full of jobsworths earning a quid for doing sweet FA!
What would be the point in Delbert subscribing to any racing publication as he doesn't bet.
Aceform is a "Two Bobber" but Delbert is a "No Bobber"
Aceform is a "Two Bobber" but Delbert is a "No Bobber"
If you’ve nothing to contribute in terms of discussion then go away
Why would I wish to discuss anything with a non betting bullshatter with a C&P obsession
Delashay • May 4, 2026 5:57 PM BST
I’ll wait for you to turncoat again Mister!
That’s a statement not a c&d directed to the Senior Writer who’s looked like a chancer with those articles!
I’ll wait for you to turncoat again Mister!
That’s a statement not a c&d directed to the Senior Writer who’s looked like a chancer with those articles!
I don't need any opinions before placing a bet,Delbert.
Perhaps you should try it.
No bets on BF for a year says it all
Perhaps you should try it.
No bets on BF for a year says it all
Even a losing bet would show that you are not a total bullshatter,Delbert
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