Libertarian
looks the type to improve over this distance and is bred to appreciate both the trip and rain-softened ground. His dam has produced Bigzam (listed winner on soft ground over one mile-five), Ned Buntline (highly promising novice hurdler / winner over two miles on soft ground) and Zed Candy – a successful staying chaser on soft ground.
He found just one too good in the Epsom Derby – form that entitles him to the greatest respect – and Godolphin know the type required to excel in the St Leger. William Buick, who has enjoyed success with Arctic Cosmos and Masked Marvel in this contest, takes the ride.
His last effort was slightly disconcerting, but he had never encountered ground that fast before and it’s not uncommon for a colt to run flat after Epsom.
Leading Light
boasts Group 3 victories over both one mile-two and two miles. He has won in testing conditions before and, like their illustrious rivals, connections know the time of day when it comes to this race.