IN the aftermath of the King George on Saturday, the three-year-old crop took a bit of a knock after Westover and Emily Upjohn had topped the betting but proved terribly disappointing.

Impressive Derby winner Desert Crown is injured and doubtful for the season. Goodwood’s Gordon Stakes is often used to boost the Derby form but the winner New London had disappointed at Chester behind Changingoftheguard and went back to handicap company before announcing his St Leger credentials on Thursday. With plenty of stamina on his dam side, he looks a lively contender, along with Changingoftheguard who went on to win at Ascot.