Coral Racing Ambassador, Jim Crowley, provides an exclusive preview of his sole ride at Epsom on Derby Day in the 14:10, as well as his thoughts on the Classic this afternoon.

13:30 Epsom – The Derby

I don’t think it is a strong Derby this year. Auguste Rodin has to take a massive step forward from the Guineas. I am not saying he won’t, but he was very disappointing at Newmarket. He is favourite, but I am not sure he warrants that position.

MILITARY ORDER is the horse I’d want to be riding in the race. I was impressed with what he did in the Lingfield Derby Trial. That was over 1m4f and he got better as that race progressed.

Sir Michael Stoute’s runner, Passenger, is interesting. I thought he ran a great race in the Dante where he was a little unlucky. He is unexposed as this will be just his third run and he's been supplemented for the race, so his connections must be confident.

Dubai Mile ran a good race in the Guineas where he was 5th and I think he will run a big race at a price. He could improve again over this distance and a lot of the horses in this race don’t stay, so I’d be looking for those who will appreciate the trip.

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14:10 Epsom – Shaara 

She is going to have to take a step forward on her last start, but I don’t think she was at her best that day. A few of John and Thady Gosden’s runners were needing the run in the spring and they're in great form now, so that is a good sign.

The filly won three races last season, including a Listed contest at Yarmouth. The Gosden team would not be running her in a race like this if they did not feel she was up to it. She has been working nicely at home and I'm hopeful of a big run. 

Jim Crowley, Coral Racing Ambassador