King George: Cracksman declared but Kew Gardens non-runner at Ascot
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| Qipco King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes |
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| Venue: Ascot Date: Saturday 28 July Time: 15:40 BST |
| Coverage: Commentary on BBC Radio 5 live |
Cracksman was the surprise inclusion as eight horses were declared for the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot on Saturday.
Trainer John Gosden says the colt will only run if there is sufficient rainfall.
Kew Gardens, trained by Aidan O'Brien, is a non-runner after a pre-race test indicated he was not 100%.
The field is headed by the Sir Michael Stoute-trained pair of Crystal Ocean and Poet's Word.
O'Brien relies upon Hydrangea, who will be ridden by Ryan Moore, and Rostropovich.
King George declarations (8): Cracksman, Crystal Ocean, Desert Encounter, Poet's Word, Salouen, Coronet, Hydrangea, Rostropovich.
