Strong entry for Champagne Stakes

Doncaster’s Group Two Champagne Stakes on September 10 has attracted 124 entries, including Mark Johnston’s ultra-impressive Glorious Goodwood winner Shamardal.

The Giant’s Causeway colt is the current favourite for next year’s 2000 Guineas after his authoritative two-and-a-half length victory over Wilko in the Group Two Vintage Stakes on only the second run of his life.