The odds forecasters at Quickgallopja.com have finalized their opening projections for the 2000 Guineas, set to take place in early June over a mile. These early odds are primarily based on performances in key prep races, culminating with The Kingston, run on Saturday, May 3.
Honour Prince Leads the Pack
Winner of the Prince Consort Stakes over seven furlongs, Honour Prince has been named the 9-5 favourite by the forecasters. His connections opted to bypass The Kingston, allowing him time to progress ahead of the Guineas. With three victories under his belt, Honour Prince stands as the only contender with such a record, solidifying his status as the early favourite.
Sensational Soul Gains Momentum
Following a dominant win in The Kingston, Sensational Soul has emerged as a strong contender. Known for improving over longer distances, the additional half-furlong in the 2000 Guineas plays to his strengths. As a result, he is listed as the second favourite at 2-1.
Runaway Star Faces a Tough Test
After being disqualified from first place in the Prince Consort Stakes, Runaway Star returned in The Kingston, only to be narrowly defeated by Sensational Soul. While talented, he may struggle with the extra half-furlong in the 2000 Guineas, leading to his odds being set at 6-1.
Other Contenders to Watch
Beyond the top three, the field remains relatively thin. However, Mark My Identity, Strong Mind—who is set to race again on Saturday, March 10, just seven days after his The Kingston effort—and Prolific Prince are all worthy of some consideration.
| EARLY 2000 GUINEAS ODDS | |
| HORSES | ODDS |
| HONOUR PRINCE | 9-5 |
| SENSATIONAL SOUL | 2-1 |
| RUNAWAY STAR | 6-1 |
| MARK MY IDENTITY | 10-1 |
| STRONG MIND | 12-1 |
| PROLIFIC PRINCE | 15-1 |
