Today’s Epsom Oaks at Epsom Downs is headlined by Aidan O’Brien’s Amelia Earhart, who enters the Classic as the strong favourite after an impressive win in the Cheshire Oaks.
She faces a fierce challenge from the well-bred Legacy Link, who comes into the 4pm feature full of momentum following a dominant victory in the Musidora Stakes.
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Epsom Oaks betting tips & predictions
Epsom Oaks, Epsom Downs 4.00 – Amelia Earhart
Amelia Earhart seems the horse to beat this afternoon with proven stamina and elite pedigree. After taking five runs to break her maiden as a two-year-old, she has completely transformed since stepping up in trip.
As a daughter of 2012 Derby winner Camelot, she proved her staying power with a dominant victory at Chester last month. Trainer Aidan O’Brien recently added a hood and blinkers to help her settle, a move that clearly worked and unlocked her full potential on the track.
She is the clear market favourite for a reason. O’Brien is seeking a record 12th win in the Epsom Oaks, and this filly fits the exact profile of his past champions.
She is following the exact same Cheshire Oaks route as stablemate Minnie Hauk, who won this Classic last year. With top jockey Ryan Moore in the saddle, she looks like the class act of the field and the most reliable option to conquer the demanding Epsom track.
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Epsom Oaks, Epsom Downs 4.00 – Venetian Lace
Instead of taking the usual Oaks trial route, Venetian Lace brings proven Group 1 form to Epsom. She ran a brilliant race to finish third behind True Love in the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket last month. That performance showed she has a level of raw speed and class that many of her rivals simply cannot match.
The main reason she is available at double-figure odds is the step up to the 1m 4f distance. However, her pedigree suggests the extra trip will not be an issue as she is a daughter of Masar, meaning she is specifically bred to excel over this exact Derby-day distance.
If you want a smart each-way option to take on the favourites, she is a superb choice. She offers an exciting mix of untapped stamina and top-tier Guineas form, and having a top jockey like William Buick in the saddle only adds to her strong appeal.
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