Kyle Of Lochalsh Anchors Coral Goodwood Handicap with Masterclass Ride
Making a second attempt in the extended-class Class 2 contest, the **Kyle Of Lochalsh** (5/1) patiently tracked the 12-strong field before grabbing command three furlongs out. He brushed aside Bashful Boy at the two-furlong pole and galloped away emphatically, leaving Mordor (5/1) and Oxford Comma (16/1) to battle for minor places behind him :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
After the race, assistant trainer Charlie Harris praised the meticulous prep. “We’ve made careful decisions about the ground,” he noted, referencing the withdrawals at Sandown and Newbury after rain shifted surface conditions in the horse’s favour. “He needs soft footing to do this job.” With the dam Quiz Mistress having won Listed races for the stable, Harris hinted at ambitious plans: “Pattern company like the Cadran or Prix Royal‑Oak may suit him down the line.”
Oisin Murphy Completes Tactical Treble in Soft Conditions
Champion jockey **Oisin Murphy** reported that Kyle Of Lochalsh was never asked for full effort until late: “When I grabbed him he stretched clear. The others were flattening out on the far side and it opened like the Red Sea.” He also agreed with the conditions being described accurately as soft, maybe good-to-soft in parts :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
Well-Rounded Runners Rally Behind the Winner
Irish raider **Mordor** (5/1) ran on well for second under **Jamie Spencer**, despite the soft ground undermining his form. **Oxford Comma** (16/1) claimed third, while **Bashful Boy**, **Aggagio**, **Tashkhan**, and others filled out the strong 12-horse field :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.
Dominant Performance Highlights Long-Distance Staying Power
The yard at Morrison, led by Charlie Harris, described the victory as a “massive team effort”. The performance underlined the mare line’s stamina—a classic trait of Highland Reel progeny—while the colt’s decisive win hints at future Group-level ambitions.
Kyle Of Lochalsh’s time of **4m 29.55s** on turf officially rated as **Soft (Good to Soft in places)** reflects the testing conditions in which he excelled. The impressive margin of victory further emphasizes his superiority on the day :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
Connections are now considering pattern-level opportunities later in the season, with specific mentions of the Cadran and Prix Royal-Oak for marathon stayers.
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