Connections say Crimean Tatar may be aimed at next month's Yorkshire Cup after a credible performance at Newbury on Saturday.
The Hugo Palmer-trained four-year-old came in fourth in the John Porter Stakes at Newbury, finishing two lengths behind winner Muntahaa.
Crimean Tatar was making just the third start of his career and connections feel the Yorkshire Cup at York in May is now a reasonable target.
“We were delighted with Crimean Tatar on what was only the third start of his life and second start on turf,” said Rob Speers, racing manager to owner Ibrahim Araci, as reported by Sporting Life.
“James Doyle was very impressed with him and said he gave him a great response. He is a three-parts brother to Mizzou who finished second in the Ascot Gold Cup.
“The way he stayed on he looks like he is crying out for a step up in trip. He is in the Yorkshire Cup and that is under consideration. He would also appreciate getting his toe in a bit more.”
