Thursday 01 May 2008 at 10:47

Spacious has emerged as a genuine contender for Sunday's 1000 Guineas at Newmarket following an impressive display by one of her stable-mates.

Cesare coasted to victory in the Britain's Got Talent Paradise Stakes at Ascot on Wednesday and afterwards trainer James Fanshawe revealed Spacious (5/1 with Sportingbet) had looked in even better condition when the pair worked out together last weekend.

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Thursday 01 May 2008 at 10:45

Eight Belles will attempt to become the first filly to win the Kentucky Derby since 1988 when she lines up at Churchill Downs on Saturday.

There had been speculation that owner Rick Porter and trainer Larry Jones would opt to enter Eight Belles in Friday's Kentucky Oaks, but they have instead decided to test her against male opposition for the first time.

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Thursday 01 May 2008 at 10:15

Phil Mickelson will start as favourite when a strong field tees up for the Wachovia Championship at Quail Hollow on Thursday.

The $6.4 million prize fund has attracted 19 of the top 25 players in the world rankings to head to North Carolina - but defending champion Tiger Woods is not among them, as he is still sidelined by a knee injury.

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