With Postponed’s absence, the King George has lost its headline act for the second year on a row. You still have to think Order Of St George or even Found would have had a good shot at a huge win for their CVs.

Highland Reel may still be good enough and perhaps one should pause a little before passing judgement. The last time a Hardwicke Stakes winner lined up, Harbinger put up one of the most impressive performances in recent years.