Skellet Withdrawn from 1,000 Guineas as Top Contenders Hold Their Spot for Newmarket Classics next Month

The Kingman half-sister to Skitter Scatter, Skellet, was last seen finishing second in the Group 3 Oh So Sharp Stakes at Newmarket in October. Godolphin trainer Charlie Appleby narrowed down his potential team to two, removing 25-1 chances Devoted Queen and Romantic Style. The Criterium International winner trained by David Menuisier was disappointing when beaten at Longchamp on his return after finishing third in the Group 1 Futurity Trophy last season. However, he won easily in a novice stakes on his seasonal return.

Aidan O’Brien, responsible for the odds-on favorite City Of Troy, removed Henry Adams, Johannes Brahms, The Liffey, and Unquestionable, leaving four horses in the race. Racing Post has compiled the best offers, all in one place.