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IT IS one of the highlights of the betting season and relies not only on the draw, pace and going, but to a huge degree jockeyship as well. The 28-runner cavalry charge over the straight six is a real test for these riders, and of course, the one factor we haven’t yet mentioned, luck!

The Coral Stewards’ Cup (3.20) this year looks very much up to standard, with the top weight set to carry 9-12. But more importantly, off a mark of 110 and the top 16 runners in the handicap set run off a three-figure mark to boot.

That shows you the strength and depth in this year’s renewal, and even to just get into the race the bottom weight, Zargun, runs off a mark of 92.