Hans Holbein looks the value option

Aidan O’Brien is chasing a fourth consecutive Epsom Derby success and, while he may not have a stand-out performer in this afternoon’s feature, the Ballydoyle trainer may be able to extend his record with the strong-staying Hans Holbein.

At this point it looks as though stamina could be at a premium, with doubts about the effectiveness of a number of the leading fancies, including Golden Horn and Elm Park.

With that in mind, there is an opportunity for a guaranteed stayer to grab the race by the scruff of the neck, and Hans Holbein looks the right type to do that, having made all to win the Chester Vase on his most recent outing.