The 2026 Queen Mary looks stronger than average and may once again hinge on whether the American juveniles are correctly assessed by the market. More Champagne brings arguably the most compelling piece of raw form, while Ruiva possesses the explosive early speed associated with successful Wesley Ward runners. Among the home team, Senorita Bonita, Wild Blossom, and Victorious all have obvious credentials, though none arrive without questions.
For those seeking value rather than merely the most likely winner, Celtic Dispute and Kentucky Rain stand out as the two runners most capable of outperforming their odds. In a race full of potential stars, those are the names I’d be most interested in remembering after Ascot.