Thunder Call set to Strike in Shergar Cup Sprint

The Shergar Cup Sprint on Saturday at Ascot promises to be a thrilling event, featuring a strong and competitive field over six furlongs. Among the top contenders, Thunder Call stands out as the favorite, displaying impressive form throughout the season. The colt, ridden by William Haggas, showcased his prowess with a commanding six-length victory in a Kempton maiden race and subsequently won another valuable York handicap.

This recent triumph was particularly noteworthy, as Thunder Call outperformed RED SPELLS DANGER, who is set to rekindle their rivalry on the turf.

Thunder Call's progression throughout the season indicates his potential to become a formidable force in sprint races. His recent success in stronger company, including at Newmarket and York, suggests that he could very well emerge as a challenging competitor in the World Pool Win market. On the other hand, RED SPELLS DANGER, a more experienced horse, arrives with a solid track record.

Son of Cotai Glory, he faced early skepticism, but his return to six furlongs has brought out the best in him. Thunder Call has won his first two races over this distance at Ripon and Hamilton, and continued to excel in stronger company at Newmarket and York. His return to Ascot seems promising, making him a solid choice for the competition.

Another contender to keep an eye on is Havanna Hurricane, ridden by Eve Johnson Houghton. The young colt made a memorable debut as a two-year-old by winning the Listed Windsor Castle Stakes at Royal Ascot. Since then, his campaign has seen him race over distances ranging from five to six furlongs. However, the gelding's return to six furlongs could potentially unlock further improvement.

With Thunder Call, RED SPELLS DANGER, and Havanna Hurricane all bringing compelling profiles to the event, a World Pool Quinella involving the trio could be an enticing betting option.