Elsworth hoping for rain for Columbine

DAVID ELSWORTH is hoping for a drop of rain to help his Classic hopeful Cape Columbine on her seasonal debut in the Shadwell Stud Nell Gwyn Stakes at Newmarket today.

The daughter of Diktat is one of the leading fancies for the UltimatePoker.com 1000 Guineas and is currently an 8-1 chance with Ladbrokes for the mile showpiece on May 1.

“She’s a good-moving filly but I would like a shower of rain - I’d rather it didn’t get firm. She’ll definitely improve,” Elsworth said.