James Tate is an accomplished young trainer who has won several top races in his time but landing a Group 1 contest is still missing from his CV. That will undoubtedly change at some point and the horse currently in his care most likely to achieve it for him is ROYAL ACCLAIM.
Aged four, this likeable filly has only had five races in her career, which means there is still plenty of scope for improvement – particularly as the Newmarket handler has been patient with her to date. Tomorrow (Haydock 3.30 p.m.) Royal Acclaim will line up for the competitive Group 2 Betfred Temple Stakes.
I am usually loath to tip horses which have not run this season but I will make an exception for this filly. Yes, her fitness tomorrow has to be taken on trust, but for the past two seasons she has won on her seasonal debut and I would be surprised if Tate did not have her spot on to face 13 rivals, especially as there is a £70,000-plus pot on offer to the winner.
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