Codemaster looks set to head to Royal Ascot next month after running out a two-length winner of the Stobart Group King Charles II Stakes at Newmarket.
The Choisir colt made no mistake on his seasonal bow in the Listed contest, helping in-form trainer Henry Candy record an across-the-card double on the day, with Ardlui also striking at Thirsk.
The 7-2 shot, ridden by Dane O'Neill, edged left on ground that was quick enough for him but picked off the favourite I Love Me with relative ease approaching the furlong marker and with the stands rail to assist him, stretched away to record a pleasing triumph.
Candy, with three winners from six runners on the Rowley Mile already this season, said: "That was lovely - he's as tough as boots.
"We were taking a little bit of a chance on the ground - when he won his maiden on the July Course it was proper soft - but we've just got away with it. He kept changing his legs.
"The Jersey Stakes would be a huge step up but the horse is going in the right direction and the track would suit. We might well let have him a go."
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