Happy Verse Could Be The Snaith’s Leading Guineas Hope

Happy Verse has always struck as a top class sort and could prove how good he is on Saturday at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth in the Gr 1 Hollywoodbets Cape Guineas (Picture: Wayne Marks)

Happy Verse is one of two Justin Snaith-trained colts who could give Vercingetorix a WSB Cape Fillies Guineas/Hollywoodbets Cape Guineas double and he looks to be the leading contender to give Snaith a fourth Cape Guineas victory and a third in the last five renewals.

Jonathan Snaith gave a comment for all five of the yards runner:

Absolutely Yes will be allowed to roll along in his comfort zone – head down, cruising, and galloping freely. As the Langerman winner, he’s dangerous if he gets his own way up front, and could make them all chase.

Happy Verse was luckless last time out, racing wide and hampered at crucial moments. He’s a colt of real substance; if he gets a clean run and the race unfolds in his favour, he’ll be right in the firing line. This son of Vercingetorix looks poised to take off once he finds his feet.

Malmesbury Missile may have dipped in form, but the mile is likely his optimum trip. He’ll need to summon his absolute best to feature in a field of this depth, though his work through the week has been encouraging.

Randolph Hearst was an unlucky loser in the Cape Punters Cup and arrives with unfinished business. His preparation for this Gr1 has been faultless, and connections can expect a bold performance.

Roland Garros should relish the return to the mile and caught the eye with a sharp sprint effort last time out. With the evergreen Andrew Fortune in the irons, he’s a lively outsider who could surprise if things fall his way