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Four American-Owned Horses Oppose Crepello, Other Stars in Epsom Derby I j Accord Tempest, Royaumont And Ballymoss Good Chance Of Upsetting Sassoon Colt By VERNON MORGAN Reuters Sports Editor Special to Daily Racing Form EPSOM DOWNS, Epsom, Surrey, England, June 4. If Sir Victor Sassoons hot favorite, Crepello Donatello Grepuscuie is beaten in Wednesdays 178th running of the Epsom Derby an American - owned horse may do it. Of four American-owned colts, Tempest, Royaumont, Bois de Miel and Ballymoss, only Philip Kings Bois de Miel is not given any hope by pundits. Tempest, owned by Mrs. Elizabeth N. Graham, may be short of stamina, being a son of Court Martial, but his dam, Squall, had staying power and with tomorrows going firm in spite of todays thundershowers he might well last the distance. Though something of a rogue he is regarded by many turf critics as one horse in the race whose true capabilities are unknown and accordingly is capable of creating a surprise. He is the winner of the Epsom Blue Ribband Stakes over nine furlongs on tomorrows course which experience none of the other rivals have had. Which of the four French-trained runners, the Aga Khans Prince Taj, Apostol, Royaumont or Chippendale ,is best, has even the French experts in a tangle. Opinions differ widely but there are many who regard Mrs. George Ohrstoms Royaumont as the pick of he quartet. Royaumont, a j son of Prince Bio, out of a Djebel mare won both races in France this season which cannot be said of any other cross-channel challengers. While the chances of Tempest and Royaumont are clearly greater than Ballymoss, this Irish-trained colt by the English sire, Mossborough, opened the eyes of national hunt trainer, Vincent OBrien, by a smashing gallop which caused the optimistic Irish trainer to think they have one to beat Crepello. It is understood that owner, John McShain of Philadelphia, is not making- the trip to Epsom but Mrs. Graham, Philip King and the Ohrstrom family arrived in England to see their horses contest the blue ribband of the British turf. All are hoping to be congratulated by Queen Elizabeth who will customarily receive the victorious owner. The turf loving Royal monarch has Doutelle, by Prince Chevalier, in the race. He may be battling with stablemate. Tempest, for the honor of I Continued on Page Six 4 BALLYMOSS, owned by the American, John McShain, will haye a good following in todays running of the Epsom Derby. Four American-Owned Horses Oppose Crepello, Other Stars in Epsom Derby - Accord Tempest, Royaumont And Ballymoss Good Chance Of Upsetting Sassoon Colt Continued from Page One lowering Crepellos colors. Though Dou-telle is shorter-priced, having won over the Derby distance of 12 furlongs and no so chancy he should have a big following. Being owned by the Queen, many pundits at Newmarket where both are trained by Capt. Cecil Boyd-Rochfort, are backing the temperamental Tempest. The majority of owners, however, are more hopeful than confident of beating Sir Victor Sassoons Crepello. Sir "Pinza" Sassoon, 75-year-old millionaire merchant, may have another more famous thoroughbred in Crepello than the 1954 Derby winner. There are those who think this big handsome chestnut has been overrated and may not act well on the tricky winding Epsom course. There are" those who say there is a weakness in his breeding on the distaff side and is unlikely to confirm placings with the Guineas third, Pipe of Peace, who is smaller and handier for the Epsom course. But the majority believe he is a wonder horse and is going to emulate the f eaTr of Bahram in winning the Triple Crown 2,000 Guineas, Derby and the St. Leger . It will be a bad day for the bookmakers if he does win for he stands in many -of the books at 6-to-l. At the same time they collected nicely when the main French hope, Mourne, was scratched and wagers are now -pouring in from small punters trying" to find some one to beat the favorite. Win or lose, Americans are not going to be able to buy Crepello, for Sir Victor intends to refuse all offers however big. If he wins like a champion he more than likely will not be better than even money for the St. Leger in September. The -heat wave seems to have been broken with heavy thundershowers is this topical tip for Tempest?. But the going will be firm after the baking receiyed in recent weeks, though the rain will take some of the jar out of the ground. The usual crowd of 100,000 is expected to pack the Downs, regardless of the weather, with buskers and gypsies doing a fine trade. Its an odd thought that while thousands are standing to win or lose fortunes as they breathlessly watch the field of about- 20 runners thunder around the course bidding for the first prixe of more than 2,000, inhuman roundabouts in the centerfield will be blaring out the latest rock and roll tunes, caring nothing for the human emotions. Epsom Derby Field ! Horse. Odds. Crepello . 2-1 . Pipe of Peace 8-1 London Cry 10-1 Prince Taj 21-2 Doutelle -100-7 Apostol 100-6 Royaumont 100-6 Tempest 25-1 Alcastus 25-1 - Messmate - 28-1 Palor 28-1 Ballymoss 33-1 Albergo 40-1 Chippendale 40-1 Lighter Than . 40-1 Chevastrid 40-1. Eudacmon 40-1 Brioche 50-1. Mystic Prince 100-1 Hedonist - 100-1 Barred Rock 100-1 Bois de Miel 200-1
