Curvy faces stiff test in Oaks

David Wachman believes Curvy will have to step up again if she is to supplement her Royal Ascot success in the Darley Irish Oaks at the Curragh today.

Although showing little in three outings last season, the Galileo filly has made massive strides this term in winning each of her four starts.

Having accelerated through the handicap ranks, Curvy made an instant impact when switched to Pattern company, winning the Gallinule Stakes before stepping up to 12 furlongs for the first time to add the Ribblesdale at Ascot to her haul.