It's a big week for racing fans either side of the Irish Sea as the Goodwood and Galway festivals get underway.
Goodwood, set against the backdrop of the stunning Sussex Downs, stages Group 1 action on each of the first three afternoons (Tuesday to Thursday) and a rematch between Ascot's Gold Cup first and third, Kyprios and Stradivarius looks sure to light up the opening eight-race card.
Wednesday's showpiece contest, the Group 1 Sussex Stakes, features Baaeed - the world's highest-rated Flat horse, although his 1-5 odds won't appeal to many. Don't be surprised if last year's winner Alcohol Free (10-1) makes more of a race of it than the prices imply.
