The Karl Burke-trained Lady Hamana caused something of an upset when taking out the 5f Listed Molson Coors Scurry Stakes at Sandown this afternoon.

The Saturday before Royal Ascot may feel like a quiet affair but there is still plenty of high-class action, with York hosting the 1m6f Listed Race To The Ebor Grand Cup Stakes and Sandown Park featuring the 5f Listed Scurry Stakes.

Tajalla will be trying Listed company for the first time in the Molson Coors Scurry Stakes at Sandown Park on Saturday.

Tajalla will be trying Listed company for the first time in the Molson Coors Scurry Stakes at Sandown Park on Saturday.

Roger Varian could have a Royal Ascot contender on his hands with Tajalla, who looked the consummate professional when recording a bloodless victory on debut to take the bet365 British EBF Novice Stakes at Newmarket.