Geordieland leads Yorkshire Cup contenders

Last year’s winner Geordieland is one of 12 entries for the Emirates Airline Yorkshire Cup at York on Friday.

Jamie Osbourne’s popular stayer fought out a thrilling finish 12 months ago with the Michael Jarvis-trained Royal And Regal, who could again renew rivalry on the Knavesmire.

Ask, three times a Group Three winner, could return to the track for the Michael Stoute team, while John Porter conqueror Enroller could attempt to enhance his reputation.

Tastahil is another interesting entry from Barry Hills’ in-form yard – as is Godolphin’s Veracity.

John Gosden has left in Centennial, with Howard Johnson double-handed at this stage with Percussionist and Washington Irving.

Blue Bajan, Macorville and Fiulin complete the list for the one-mile-six-furlong heat.