Drop in distance will help Pimpernel in Gwyn goal

Mahmood Al Zarooni believes Pimpernel will benefit from the drop back in distance in what promises to be another informative renewal of the Lanwades Stud Nell Gwyn Stakes at Newmarket today.

The Godolphin trainer enjoyed a spectacular campaign in 2011, saddling Blue Bunting to win the 1000 Guineas and Irish Oaks, while he also struck at Group One level with Rewilding and Lyric Of Light.

He has enjoyed a fantastic start to this year, winning last month’s Dubai World Cup with Monterosso and he is now looking forward to saddling his first major runners of the new season in Britain.