Lord sole British hope in Prat

Lord Shanakill remains among the contenders for Sunday's Prix Jean Prat as the colt continues his search for an elusive Group One win.Karl Burke's charge has consistently knocked on the door at the highest level and put in a huge effort at Royal Ascot to be third behind Mastercraftsman and Delegator in the St James's Palace Stakes.He is the only British hope remaining in the Chantilly contest, while Aidan O'Brien has three of the 12 to stand their ground at the latest forfeit stage.The Ballydoyle handler has French Guineas and Derby third Westphalia as well as Rockhampton and Viceroy Of India.Leading the French challenge is Naaqoos, a star juvenile who was demoted to sixth place in the Guineas, while Feels All Right, Milanais and Oiseau De Feu are other top domestic runners.