Oxx looking to the skies

JOHN Oxx admits no decision on the participation of Sea The Stars in the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby is likely to be made until Saturday afternoon at the earliest.

Oxx is keen to let his stable star bid for more Classic glory at the Curragh on Sunday but while the colt is likely to be declared for the race, the weather will decide whether he takes his chance or not.

“The ground on the round course until you get to the straight is good to firm, but when you come off the hill into the straight it is just genuine good ground,” said Oxx.