Classy Curvy could be Derby-bound

Curvy put herself in the frame for a crack at the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby with a cosy victory in the Ribblesdale Stakes at Royal Ascot yesterday.

Classy Curvy could be Derby-bound
Fri, 19 Jun, 2015 - 01:00
Graham Clark

David Wachman’s filly claimed the notable scalp of Irish 1,000 Guineas winner Pleascach in the Group Two as she continued her progression through the ranks.

The Darley Irish Oaks would be the obvious alternative for the talented filly but a clash with the colts could be tempting as she defeated subsequent Investec Derby fourth Giovanni Canaletto in the Gallinule Stakes, a race that gave her an automatic entry in the Irish Derby.

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