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Investec Derby preview package including betting tips, racecards and odds


We've got everything you need ahead of the Investec Derby at Epsom, including tips, features, odds, racecards and free video form.

Cracksman and Cliffs Of Moher star in a final field of 19 runners for Saturday's Investec Derby at Epsom. The John Gosden-trained Cracksman, who carries the same colours as 2015 Derby hero Golden Horn, is unbeaten in two starts including a victory at the track in April's Derby Trial.

That form has been well advertised since, with the runner-up, Permian, going on to land a Listed prize at Newmarket and the Dante Stakes at York. Permian renews the rivalry after being supplemented on Monday by trainer Mark Johnston at a cost of £85,000.

Dee Stakes winner Cliffs Of Moher is one six runners for Aidan O'Brien as he bids to win the world's most famous Flat race for a sixth time. The other Ballydoyle representatives are Capri, Derrinstown Stud Derby Trial winner Douglas Macarthur and Chester Vase one-two-three Venice Beach, Wings Of Eagles and The Anvil.

Check out our all-in-one preview package including Value Bet tips from Ben Linfoot and Richard Fahey's horse-by-horse guide. We also have the full racecards, video form, key trials, the latest Sky Bet odds and details of how to watch on TV.

Features & betting tips


Ben Linfoot: Value Bet
In-form flagship racing tipster Ben Linfoot hit the bar with a 40/1 second on Oaks day - don't miss his Derby day Value Bet preview. 

Lydia Hislop: Road to the Derby
Lydia Hislop's unmissable guide to the Investec Derby trials and her one-two-three for the great race on Saturday.

Richard Fahey: Dash of quality
Leading trainer Richard Fahey guides us through his team on Derby day including top weight Kimberella in the 'Dash' at Epsom.

Mike Cattermole: Cliffs can be Epsom hit
Mike Cattermole looks ahead to an intriguing Investec Derby and settles on Cliffs Of Moher as the most likely winner of the Classic. 

Donn McClean: The Derby and O'Brien
Donn McClean discusses the historical relationship between the Epsom Derby and the name O'Brien, which looks set to continue this weekend.

Oli Bell: Salouen stunner
TV presenter Oli Bell previews the feature action at Epsom this weekend and has a big-price fancy for the Investec Derby. 

Investec Derby: Horse-by-horse guide
We profile the runners for Saturday's Investec Derby, with Venice Beach given the each-way vote from stable companion Cliffs Of Moher.  

Fran Berry: Classic dreams
Columnist Fran Berry looks ahead to a Classic couple of days at Epsom and feels his Derby mount Salouen has been underestimated. 

Catching Pigeons: Eminent value
The popular Catching Pigeons column returns with all the gossip ahead of a Classic two days at Epsom, featuring the Investec Derby.

Ian Ogg: Stats guide
Our man analyses the last 10 renewals of Saturday's Investec Derby at Epsom and picks out the key statistics.

Racing Podcast: Investec Derby
Our team are joined by Fran Berry and Charlie Johnston as we look ahead to the Oaks and the Derby.

Alex Hammond: Having a Crack!
Alex Hammond provides her selection for the Derby (the clue is in the headline) in her latest weekly column.

Ben Linfoot: Derby Dilemmas Ben Linfoot talks through all the major issues surrounding the 2017 Investec Derby at Epsom on Saturday afternoon.

Investec Derby: Yay or neigh
Ed Chamberlin and Oli Bell go head-to-head with their horse-by-horse verdicts ahead of the Investec Derby at Epsom. So is it yay or neigh for your fancies? 

Sporting Life Pick 7


Take your chance in the Pick 7 game at Epsom on Saturday - it's completely free to play and you could win £100,000! Click here to make your entries.

Our resident tipster Man On The Spot has previewed the action and you can check out the tips right here.

Sky Bet paying FIVE places


Saturday’s Investec Derby promises to be one of the most open renewals in years with 19 runners set to face the starter at Epsom Downs and Sky Bet are offering two extra places to their customers from 2pm on Friday.

The world famous Classic has attracted its largest field since 2003 and the online bookmaker has extended their each-way terms from the standard 3 places to 5 (1/5 place terms) to headline a raft of special offers from Sky Bet for one of the biggest day’s racing in the calendar.

Sky Bet are currently betting 4/1 the field for the Investec Derby, which is due off at 4.30 pm, with Cracksman and Cliffs Of Moher leading the way. 

Racecard & free video form


Investec Derby, 4.30 Epsom, Saturday June 3

Click on each horse and trainer for their profiles

1. Benbatl (Trainer: Saeed bin Suroor)

2. Best Solution (Trainer: Saeed bin Suroor)

3. Capri (Trainer: Aidan O'Brien)

4. Cliffs of Moher (Trainer Aidan O'Brien)

5. Cracksman (Trainer: John Gosden)

6. Crowned Eagle (Trainer: John Gosden)

7. Douglas Macarthur (Trainer: Aidan O'Brien)

8. Dubai Thunder (Trainer: Saeed bin Suroor)

9. Eminent (Trainer: Martyn Meade)

10. Glencadam Glory (Trainer: John Gosden)

11. Khalidi (Trainer: John Gosden)

12. Pealer (Trainer: John Gosden)

13. Permian (Trainer: Mark Johnston)

14. Rekindling (Trainer: Joseph O'Brien)

15. Salouen (Trainer: Sylvester Kirk)

16. The Anvil (Trainer: Aidan O'Brien)

17. Venice Beach (Trainer: Aidan O'Brien)

18. Wings of Eagles (Trainer: Aidan O'Brien)

19 Diore Lia (Trainer: John Jenkins)

Click here to check out the latest odds with Sky Bet

TV Coverage


Ed Chamberlin and Francesca Cumani present the ITV coverage of day two of the Investec Derby Festival from Epsom, featuring races at 2.00, 2.35, 3.00, 3.45 and 4.30.

Joining Ed and Francesca for expert analysis are Sir AP McCoy, Michael Kinane and Jason Weaver, with on-course reporting from Oli Bell. Brian Gleeson will provide an Irish angle on the action, while Matt Chapman will have the latest betting news. Lucy Verasamy will provide weather forecasts, and Richard Hoiles will be in the commentary box. 

The whole meeting will be screened on Racing UK.

Key trials


Investec Derby Trial, Epsom, April 26
Click here for full result & free video replay

Qipco 2000 Guineas, Newmarket, May 6
Click here for full result & free video replay

Derrinstown Stud Derby Trial, Leopardstown, May 7
Click here for full result & free video replay

MBNA Chester Vase, Chester, May 11
Click here for full result & free video replay 

Homeserve Dee Stakes, Chester, May 12
Click here for full result & free video replay

Betfred Derby Trial Stakes, Lingfield, May 13
Click here for full result & free video replay

Investec Derby history


The Investec Derby on Epsom Downs is one of the sporting occasions of the British summer.

The world's greatest Flat race is certainly the most important contest in the bloodstock industry, with millions invested each year as the major breeders compete to unearth the next Derby winner.

The race is middle leg of the Triple Crown, taking place after the 2000 Guineas and before the St Leger, although the feat of winning all three is rarely attempted or achieved.

Nijinsky was the last horse to win all three way back in 1970 although Camelot came agonisingly close in 2012 when finishing second in the St Leger.

Britain's richest horse race, it is the most prestigious of Britain's five Classics and the name 'Derby' has been borrowed by several races throughout the world.

The Epsom version remains the most iconic and is steeped in history, the inaugural contest taking place in 1780.

Lester Piggott remains the most successful jockey in the history of the race with nine victories, while Robert Robson, John Porter and Fred Darling are the leading trainers with seven victories each.

Aidan O'Brien is the most successful modern handler, with five wins to his name courtesy of Galileo, High Chaparral, Camelot, Ruler Of The World and Australia.

RECORDS

Leading Jockey (9 wins)

Lester Piggott - Never Say Die (1954), Crepello (1957), St. Paddy (1960), Sir Ivor (1968), Nijinsky (1970), Roberto (1972), Empery (1976), The Minstrel (1977), Teenoso (1983)

Leading Trainer (7 wins)

Robert Robson - Waxy (1793), Tyrant (1802), Pope (1809), Whalebone (1810), Whisker (1815), Azor (1817), Emilius (1823)

John Porter - Blue Gown (1868), Shotover (1882), St. Blaise (1883), Ormonde (1886), Sainfoin (1890), Common (1891), Flying Fox (1899)

Fred Darling - Captain Cuttle (1922), Manna (1925), Coronach (1926), Cameronian (1931), Bois Roussel (1938), Pont l'Eveque (1940), Owen Tudor (1941)

Leading owner (6 wins)

Sue Magnier - Galileo (2001), High Chaparral (2002), Pour Moi (2011), Camelot (2012), Ruler Of The World (2013), Australia (2014)

Michael Tabor - Galileo (2001), High Chaparral (2002), Pour Moi (2011), Camelot (2012), Ruler Of The World (2013), Australia (2014)

Fastest winning time (at Epsom)

Workforce, 2012: Two minutes 32.33 seconds 

Widest winning margin

Shergar, 1981: 10 lengths

WINNERS SINCE 2000

2000 - Sinndar (Johnny Murtagh, John Oxx)

2001 - Galileo (Michael Kinane, Aidan O'Brien)

2002 - High Chaparral (Johnny Murtagh, Aidan O'Brien)

2003 - Kris Kin (Kieren Fallon, Sir Michael Stoute)

2004 - North Light (Kieren Fallon, Sir Michael Stoute)

2005 - Motivator (Johnny Murtagh, Michael Bell)

2006 - Sir Percy (Martin Dwyer, Marcus Tregoning)

2007 - Authorized (Frankie Dettori, Peter Chapple-Hyam)

2008 - New Approach (Kevin Manning, Jim Bolger)

2009 - Sea The Stars (Michael Kinane, John Oxx)

2010 - Workforce (Ryan Moore, Sir Michael Stoute)

2011 - Pour Moi (Mickael Barzalona, Andre Fabre)

2012 - Camelot (Joseph O'Brien, Aidan O'Brien)

2013 - Ruler Of The World (Ryan Moore, Aidan O'Brien)

2014 - Australia (Joseph O'Brien, Aidan O'Brien)

2015 - Golden Horn (Frankie Dettori, John Gosden)

2016 - Harzand (Pat Smullen, Dermot Weld)

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