Len Lungo may be better known for his training of steeplechasers but it did not stop him plundering the John Smith’s Ayr Silver Cup with Against The Grain (16-1).

Tabaret is a definite runner in the Group Three skybet.com Cornwallis Stakes at Salisbury on Saturday – as long as conditions are suitable.

David Nicholls limbered up for his assault on the totesport Ayr Gold Cup by winning the consolation race for the fourth time in the last eight years when Machinist burst clear to score in style at the Scottish track.

Chris Wall nominated Bella Tusa the best juvenile filly he has trained after watching her complete a hat-trick in fine style in the Listed Harry Rosebery Stakes at Ayr today.