Truly Royal points toward Two Thousand Guineas

Godolphin has singled out TRULY ROYAL (Noverre) as its number one contender

for the May 5 English Two Thousand Guineas (Eng-G1) at Newmarket.

Following a 1,500-meter gallop at Nad al Sheba on Saturday, in which he quickened

two lengths clear of his companions under Frankie Dettori, the Newmarket maiden

winner satisfied connections.

"That was good," Dettori said. "He had a solid workout and was doing all his

best work at the finish."

Racing Manager Simon Crisford revealed that the colt,

who was most recently second in a March 8 conditions event at Nad al Sheba,

would be aimed at the mile classic.

"He is a very laid-back colt and looks the

type to keep improving," Crisford explained. "We hope he can go for the Guineas, but we will need to see how he ships back

before finalizing plans."

Also on trial were Epsom Derby (Eng-G1) hopeful EASTERN ANTHEM (Ire)

(Singspiel [Ire]) and Epsom Oaks (Eng-G1) contender MEASURED TEMPO (Sadler's Wells),

who carried out separate seven-furlong workouts.

"They both enjoyed easy workouts and are going the right way," Crisford

added. "We don't have any specific targets for them, but both will be aimed at

classic trials on their return."

"I

was happy with all of the works and they will come on even more now that they

have had a chance to get back on grass," said trainer Saeed bin Suroor, who was on hand to analyze the exercises.

"We are looking at the Two Thousand

Guineas for Truly Royal, while Eastern Anthem and Measured Tempo will go for a

Derby and Oaks Trial."

Eastern Anthem has been off since annexing his October 18 Nottingham debut by five

lengths. Measured Tempo has also been freshened since winning her October 28 debut at Newmarket.