The City Of Troy's remarkable victory in the Dewhurst Stakes has been hailed as the best performance since the legendary Frankel. In a muddy showdown at Newmarket, Aidan O'Brien's star juvenile triumphed by three-and-a-half lengths, earning a Timeform performance rating of 125. Although he falls just short of Frankel's 2010 rating, City Of Troy's unbeaten record and potential for improvement make him a thrilling prospect in the racing world.
City Of Troy's Dewhurst win compared to Frankel's legacy
City Of Troy's victory in the Dewhurst Stakes has been widely regarded as the best performance in the race since Frankel's dominance. While Frankel remains unparalleled with an unbeaten record of 14 wins, including a stunning triumph in the 2,000 Guineas in 2011, City Of Troy's potential has caught the attention of racing enthusiasts. Currently priced at even-money with over six months to go, City Of Troy could follow in Frankel's footsteps and create a name for himself.
Expert opinion on City Of Troy's potential
Timeform's two-year-old handicapper Simon Baker believes that City Of Troy has the potential to continue improving. Baker stated, "City Of Troy's Dewhurst win was the best performance in the race since Frankel. While it may be rare to witness a horse of Frankel's caliber, there is no doubt that City Of Troy is an exceptional prospect in his own right." With City Of Troy's powerful physique and strong-galloping style, he is poised to be one of the most exciting horses in the racing scene for 2024.
Potential Triple Crown contender
Following in the footsteps of Camelot, who narrowly missed out on the British Triple Crown in 2012, City Of Troy is expected to take the same route. With victories in the 2,000 Guineas and the Derby, Camelot's dreams were shattered in the St Leger. City Of Troy aims to achieve what hasn't been done since 1970 when Nijinsky secured the Triple Crown, making the upcoming racing season even more thrilling.
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