It was clear some way from home it was not going to be entirely straightforward for the 1-2 favourite.
A first Breeders’ Cup victory for Dermot Weld after Colin Keane took the ride at short notice.
The colt, who was sent off at 73-1, only got into the race after One Master was scratched on Thursday.
Final big race of Flat season goes to Barbury Castle handler.
There were no winners from this side of the pond on the opening day at Keeneland.
Race marred by a fatal injury to last year’s Derby winner Anthony Van Dyck.
‘The government recognises the vital contribution that sport has made to public health throughout the Covid-19 pandemic,’ said Minister Catherine Martin.
Elliott runner claims narrow verdict in Grade One heat.
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The De Bromhead runner surprised the hot favourite at Down Royal.
The 25-year-old had cause for celebration at Southwell yesterday.
Gold Cup firmly on the agenda after Ryanair hero defies welter burden.
Cheltenham cross-country the likely next target for O’Leary’s star.
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Quick reappearance after Dewhurst run proves winning move for Bolger-trained Classic prospect.
Deserved first Group One in Britain for globetrotting six-year-old.
French raider was runner-up 12 months ago.
Champion Hurdle third makes seamless switch to fences.
‘End of an era’, as trainer of the great Sea The Stars will not renew licence in 2021.
Stablemate Wembley second, with Thunder Moon having to settle for third.
Wrong saddles put on runners in Friday’s Group One at Newmarket.
Enable, who was chasing a historic hattrick in the race, could only finish sixth.
The samples indicated the presence of a banned substance from contaminated feed.
The five-year-old clinched victory just yards from the finish with Joey Sheridan on board.
Cox colt ‘in excellent form’ for Lagardere test.
The Irish rider was informed of the results in August, but insists he’s innocent.
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Dual Champion Hurdle hero on the comeback trail following long lay-off.
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The 10-year-old was due to run at Listowel on Sunday.
Smullen passed away yesterday at the age of just 43.
Long and distinguished career will never be forgotten.
The Offaly native passed away this evening in Dublin.
Elsewhere, Thunder Moon powered home to win the National Stakes.
Tom Marquand was celebrating a twist of fate as he unexpectedly rode the winner.
Plans for horse racing, football, basketball, and speedway events have changed after a rise in Covid-19 cases.
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