Kalpana the class act on day two of York but a 20-1 shot really stands out to me

GIRL power. That’s what Thursday is all about at York, and it’s looking a particularly sexy day! The Juddmonte International was class, but the fillies and mares promise to put on an equal show in a corker of a Global Yorkshire Oaks. King George superstar Kalpana can be crowned Queen on Ladies Day at York Credit: PA The Group 1 contest features a number of the fairer sex who might not look out of place in the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe later in the season. Heading the list is King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes heroine Kalpana, but taking her on are Classic winners Minnie Hauk and Johanna Walsh as well as the promising Tattycoram and useful Earth Shot and Legacy Link. Wowza! Like me, I’m sure you can’t wait for the ITV centrepiece to unfold, but as a selection it’s very hard to oppose KALPANA who goes on any ground and is surely the most likely winner for Andrew Balding and Colin Keane. The King George heroine is top class and having beaten the boys it will be very hard for the girls to deny her. The only negative is she comes to York for the first time in her career, but she’s coped fine with a similar long straight at Newbury and won at Newmarket back in the day. The ITV cameras are back for five races, starting with the Group 2 Sky Bet Lowther Stakes for juvenile fillies over 6f. STAR OF STATE looks a strong stayer for Joseph O’Brien and made an eye-catching debut when chasing home the re-opposing Livenka at Fairyhouse in July. Most read in Horse Racing She was very green that day but then went to Leopardstown and hacked up at a short price. Hard to know what she beat that day, but she is probably very good. Dylan Browne McMonagle takes the ride. Next a sales race for juveniles in the Harry’s Half Million By Goffs over 6f. Surely only the draw could beat SUN GODDESS getting 5lb from Tokaido. Aidan O’Brien’s hope is wide in 17, but she looked a monster when landing the Group 1 Phoenix Stakes the other day staying on well. She goes for the money here having got the black type and it looks a very clever bit of placing. I’m amazed she’s not shorter in the betting. Ryan Moore is on top. There’s a handicap over 1m at 3pm. I see no reason why old boy CHECKANDCHALLENGE can’t run well at a big price. He’s dropped another 1lb to 99 for a fair third at this track last time behind The Lost King, who re-opposes, having probably been a bit further back in the field than ideal. A mark of 99 is the lowest he’s been on in his whole career. Callum Shepherd – back with a bang after injury – gets the ride for William Knight. Finally enjoy The Listed British EBF & Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes over 1m4f. This might be the chance for A LA PROCHAINE to show what she can do. Ralph Beckett’s three-year-old promised much on debut at Newbury and returned this season with a promising third at Chester. She went to the Oaks a big price but was not disgraced in fourth where she stayed on a little from off the pace. Should have some each-way claims here under James Doyle as a lightly raced type with surely more to give. Good luck! FREE BETS – GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. gambleaware.org. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – www.gamcare.org.uk Gamble Aware – www.gambleaware.org Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here. Comment now