Next Passenger please! Scouting for a future star among 12 unraced three-year-olds in the Wood Ditton

The Wood Ditton winner’s prospects for the Derby have come under question since Miller’s Mate’s reign due to incidents such as injury in the 1985 Chester Vase. However, recent Group 1 winners such as Harbinger, Medicean, and Shantou have drawn attention.

For those seeking insight, trainer performance in the race could be considered. There are notable high-value acquisitions on display, with Padesha standing out.

The half-brother to Group 2-placed Sparkling Beauty was acquired for €300,000 by Amo Racing at Arqana. Padesha is entered in the Dante, Irish 2,000 Guineas, and both Derbys.

Although he holds promise, he is still in the learning phase. His debut was postponed due to a hock sprain, and he has shown progress since returning to training after the winter.

Despite holding impressive entries, both the horse and the team behind him are aware that much is yet to be learned. Padesha tends to be slightly lacking in initiative during training, but this demeanor could transform once he starts racing, as he shares the calm temperament typical of many Wootton Bassetts.