American Hope (stable name, Yankee) ran an eye catching 2nd place in his first outing for the yard. Lingfield would not suit the horse but we had no choice but to go there as he can not run in a handicap until he has had his third run despite winning in Ireland. He struggled with the track but was able to find his feet up the straight but was not able to get to the winner, Ben Hall, who is a useful sort. American Hope is a big horse who should improve as he fills his frame and for a step up in trip. He is a very exciting prospect for the yard and hopefully he can compete at the highest level.
The photo shows him in the winners enclosure with Heidi, jockey and one if the owners, Robert Cooper.
