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Article: Horse Racing: Yeats heads hopefuls for Royal Ascot showpiece.(Sport)
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- The Birmingham Post (England)
- Article date:
- June 16, 2007
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Byline: By Nick Robson
Yeats will face a maximum of 15 rivals in his quest to land back-to-back runnings of the Ascot Gold Cup on the third day of the Royal meeting.
Aidan O'Brien's star was one of the most impressive winners of the race in modern times 12 months ago, when establishing himself as a stayer of the highest calibre.
O'Brien has also left in Coronation Cup winner Scorpion, who could further strengthen his hand.
Main opposition to Yeats is expected to come from ...