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Trainer John Moore believes he has Abel Friend fit for what is an eagerly awaited clash in the Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot. Photo: Kenneth Chan

Rivals see tough test for Hong Kong's Able Friend at Royal Ascot

Hard-run race tipped over straight mile for Queen Anne Stakes - and that could dull star's acceleration

14 Jun 2015

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Hong Kong's Able Friend in 'perfect shape' for Ascot challenge, says trainer John Moore

14 Jun 2015 - 12:32 AM

Racing UK's Richard Hoiles. Photos: SCMP Pictures

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Able Friend must bring A-game to prove his class at Royal Ascot

13 Jun 2015 - 10:00 PM

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Laid-back Able Friend ready for the race of his life at Ascot

12 Jun 2015 - 10:45 PM

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Hong Kong's Able Friend edged for favouritism for Queen Anne Stakes at Ascot

11 Jun 2015 - 10:30 PM

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Team Moore thrilled with Able Friend's progress as he gets a look at Newmarket

8 Jun 2015 - 7:20 PM

Too Fast races away to win convincingly, giving John Moore his 55th win of the season. Photo: Kenneth Chan

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Moore's focus split between a championship at home and Able Friend abroad

8 Jun 2015 - 12:30 AM

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'Calm demeanour' key to travel plans for Able Friend

5 Jun 2015 - 11:57 AM

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All systems go for Able Friend’s ‘biggest race of his career’

2 Jun 2015 - 10:30 AM

Able Friend is bound for England, with the champion miler set to tackle the Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot next month. Photo: Kenneth Chan

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It's a yes: Hong Kong superstar Able Friend confirmed for Royal Ascot mission

12 May 2015 - 3:45 PM

Able Friend, ridden by Joao Moreira, was never tested and just did what he had to do in the Champions Mile. Photos: Kenneth Chan

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The real Able Friend is needed for Royal Ascot

5 May 2015 - 11:00 PM

Owner Cornel Li (left) declared Able Friend to be "Hong Kong's horse" after his Champions Mile rout. Photo: Kenneth Chan

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Able Friend 'belongs to Hong Kong' - but universal suffrage for racing fans looks unlikely

4 May 2015 - 10:00 PM

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Champions Mile turns into a one-act affair for sublime Able Friend

4 May 2015 - 12:15 AM

Trainer John Moore says Able Friend is a "gentle giant"and "nothing fazes him". Photos: Kenneth Chan

Champions Mile 2015

A willing and Able Friend: 'Gentle Giant' always the centre of attention

2 May 2015 - 10:45 PM

Able Friend may be Ascot-bound if he continues his winning ways this weekend in the Champions Mile. Photos: Kenneth Chan

Champions Mile 2015

Able Friend to get Royal Ascot invite if he continues his winning way

28 Apr 2015 - 10:15 PM

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Able Friend will prove too classy again in Chairman's Trophy, says John Moore

5 Apr 2015 - 11:00 PM

Solow (Maxime Guyon) races away for an easy win in the Dubai Turf at Meydan on Saturday night. Photos: Reuters, AFP, Kenneth Chan

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Solow to avoid Able Friend clash in Champions Mile

30 Mar 2015 - 12:18 AM

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Able Friend overcomes concerns to dominate the Queen's Silver Jubilee Cup

15 Mar 2015 - 4:58 PM

Australian journalist Michael Cox had considerable experience as a writer and radio broadcaster in his homeland, covering thoroughbred and harness racing as well as other major sports, before making the move to the Post in 2011. Michael has adapted seamlessly to writing and reporting on Hong Kong racing and his blog, Happy Lucky Dragon Win, has become a popular feature of the Post’s online coverage.

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