'I fancy him strongly' - Johnny Dineen is taking on the Royal Ascot favourites on Gold Cup day, with one notable exception

Pro punter Johnny Dineen has identified Scandinavia as his strongest selection on Gold Cup day at Royal Ascot, praising the horse's stamina credentials and suitability for extreme distances, having already won over two miles. Dineen notes that last year's winner Trawlerman arrives without a prep run and with an interrupted preparation, further boosting Scandinavia's claims. His sparring partner David Jennings agrees Scandinavia will likely win but highlights Rahiebb as a danger, preferring to back him in a market excluding the favourite.