Stradivarius faces tough challenge with Cross Counter and Southern France In Gold Cup
Last year's Gold Cup winner Stradivarius is again a hot favourite, but this year there are some young bucks nipping at his heels.
He needs to be in his best form for this trip with Gr.1 Dubai Gold Cup and Gr.1 Melbourne Cup winner Cross Counter in the running along with Mark Johnston trained-Dee Ex Bee, Torcedor and Vazirabad.
Stable mate Kew Gardens and Called To The Bar are also in the running along with Southern France who is looking in fine form.