JUST IN: British Star Set For Saturday’s July Cup After Impressing Connections in Newmarket Gallop

Vandeek demonstrated his return to peak fitness following a setback that sidelined him from Royal Ascot, as he prepared for Saturday’s July Cup with an unusual Monday morning training session on the summer gallop at Newmarket.

The talented colt, who excelled as last season’s top British-based juvenile, exhibited a resurgence of his formidable abilities during a five-furlong workout. Under the guidance of his esteemed jockey, James Doyle, Vandeek impressively left his lead companion trailing by a substantial eight lengths.

Trained by Simon and Ed Crisford, the accomplished sprinter, boasting two Group 1 victories, is eager to make a triumphant return to competitive racing in the upcoming 6-furlong July Cup. His absence from the Commonwealth Cup, attributed to a blood disorder that affected a significant portion of horses at Gainsborough Stables, has only fueled his determination to reclaim lost ground and reaffirm his status among the elite sprinters.