Event: Investec Derby

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Emmet McNamara’s Derby ride evokes happy memories for Steve Cauthen

The Limerick jockey was having just his ninth ride of the season in the Classic.

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Serpentine makes all to give Aidan O’Brien record eighth Derby victory

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Bold move pays off as Circus Maximus wins St James's Palace Stakes

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Aidan O'Brien's Anthony Van Dyck paints winning picture in Epsom Derby

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Seven the magic number for Aidan O’Brien

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Aidan O’Brien willing to wager Sir Dragonet is Epsom bound

Appleby not yet ruling out Derby date with Duty

Charlie Appleby will delay his decision over Line Of Duty’s possible participation in next month’s Investec Derby.

Tue, 21 May, 2019

Too Darn Hot puts Derby credentials on the line

John Gosden expects to have a clear idea of whether Too Darn Hot is a realistic Derby contender after he runs in York’s Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Dante Stakes today.

Thu, 16 May, 2019

Modigliani may make his long-awaited return at Naas

One-time Classic contender Amedeo Modigliani may make his long-awaited reappearance at Naas on Sunday.

Wed, 20 Mar, 2019

Masar delivers Derby glory for Godolphin as Saxon Warrior struggles

Godolphin's royal blue silks were carried to victory in the Investec Derby for the first time as Masar caused a 16-1 upset at Epsom.

Sat, 02 Jun, 2018

Oisin Murphy primed for Investec Derby action with Roaring Lion

Oisin Murphy is not afraid to celebrate on the big occasion and should Roaring Lion land the Investec Derby on Saturday, plenty more joyous scenes can be expected.

Wed, 30 May, 2018

Hazapour bursts onto Derby scene

Hazapour sprang a shock in the Group 3 Derrinstown Stud Derby Trial at Leopardstown, overcoming Ballydoyle colts Delano Roosevelt and The Pentagon and booking his ticket to the Investec Derby at Epsom

Mon, 14 May, 2018

Ballydoyle look to maintain Chester Vase stranglehold

Aidan O’Brien has three runners as he bids to maintain his stranglehold on the Centennial Celebration-MBNA Chester Vase Stakes on the Roodee today.

Wed, 09 May, 2018

Pat Smullen focused on recovery after tumour diagnosis

Jockey Pat Smullen is “fully focused” on making a complete recovery after he was diagnosed with a tumour.

Thu, 29 Mar, 2018

Jockey Pat Smullen diagnosed with a tumour

The nine-time champion Irish Flat jockey said in a statement that he will not be riding "for the foreseeable future" as he receives medial treatment.

Wed, 28 Mar, 2018

Aidan O’Brien: Saxon Warrior, ‘seems to be in good form’

Aidan O’Brien has four chances to break the world record for the number of Group 1 winners in a year in today’s Racing Post Trophy.

Sat, 28 Oct, 2017

Aidan O'Brien may opt for Eclipse for Derby runner-up Cliffs of Moher

Wings Of Eagles and Cliffs Of Moher could go their separate ways for their next race after giving Aidan O'Brien a one-two in the Investec Derby on Saturday.

Sun, 04 Jun, 2017

Childhood dreams realised in dramatic Derby win for Padraig Beggy

Childhood dreams turned into reality for unheralded jockey Padraig Beggy after he gained a fairytale success aboard huge outsider Wings Of Eagles in the Investec Derby at Epsom.

Sat, 03 Jun, 2017

Wings of Eagles wins the Epsom Derby at 40-1

Wings Of Eagles, trained by Aidan O'Brien and ridden by Padraig Beggy, is the surprise winner of the Investec Derby at Epsom.

Sat, 03 Jun, 2017

Cliffs Of Moher and Cracksman among 19 in Derby field

Cliffs Of Moher and Cracksman star in a final field of 19 runners for Saturday's Investec Derby at Epsom.

Thu, 01 Jun, 2017

Aidan O'Brien conquers Newmarket with Classic clean sweep

Aidan O'Brien's incredible training talents were advertised in their full glory as Churchill and Winter claimed the first two Classics of the season at Newmarket.

Sun, 07 May, 2017

Aidan O'Brien to chart York route with Derby hope Rekindling

Rekindling is set to test his Derby claims in the Betfred Dante Stakes at York on May 18.

Thu, 04 May, 2017

Jamie Spencer booked to ride Donncha for first time in Lincoln

Jamie Spencer will ride Donncha for the first time in Saturday’s Betway Lincoln Handicap at Doncaster.

Wed, 29 Mar, 2017

Harzand in ‘tremendous form’ ahead of bid for Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe

Dermot Weld’s dual Derby winner Harzand booked his ticket for the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe at Chantilly on Sunday with an impressive gallop yesterday morning.

Wed, 28 Sep, 2016

Longines Irish Champions Weekend - Day One - Leopardstown

Landfall shines in Leopardstown Eclipse for classic contender Douglas Macarthur

Douglas Macarthur disappointed as Landfall won the Willis Towers Watson Champions Juvenile Stakes at Leopardstown.

Sat, 10 Sep, 2016

Wings Of Desire still in St Leger mix

The Ladbrokes St Leger at Doncaster next month is “still on the agenda” for York disappointment Wings Of Desire.

Wed, 24 Aug, 2016

Hawkbill has Qipco Champion Stakes at Ascot in his sights

Hawkbill, winner of the Coral-Eclipse, is among 55 entries for the Qipco Champion Stakes at Ascot on October 15.

Thu, 04 Aug, 2016

Prendergast confirms Awtaad on course for Glorious Goodwood

Awtaad appears likely to take his chance in the Qatar Sussex Stakes at Glorious Goodwood on July 27.

Fri, 15 Jul, 2016

Harzand heads field of nine for Derby at the Curragh

Epsom hero Harzand heads a field of nine runners in Saturday’s Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby at the Curragh.

Fri, 24 Jun, 2016

US Army Ranger out of Irish Derby after scoping badly

Aidan O’Brien has confirmed US Army Ranger will miss Saturday’s Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby due to an unsatisfactory scope.

Thu, 23 Jun, 2016

Dermot Weld admits Harzand concerns

Dermot Weld admits he would have preferred another week to prepare Harzand for Saturday’s Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby.

Wed, 22 Jun, 2016

Faugheen could step up in trip

Faugheen could potentially be stepped up in trip in order to avoid clashing with reigning Champion Hurdle heroine and stablemate Annie Power.

Mon, 20 Jun, 2016

Foxtrot Charlie continues Weld’s rich vein of form

Foxtrot Charlie continued the rich vein of form being enjoyed by Dermot Weld and Pat Smullen when beating his elders in the listed Coral.ie Glencairn Stakes in Leopardstown last night.

Fri, 10 Jun, 2016

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Any Currency set to be stripped of Cheltenham Festival win

Any Currency is likely to lose his popular triumph in the Glenfarclas Chase at the Cheltenham Festival in March after traces of a prohibited substance were found in his system.

Wed, 08 Jun, 2016

Adool makes impressive debut

Dermot Weld and Pat Smullen combined for a double with debutante Adool and Footbridge in Fairyhouse ahead of their Investec Derby bid with Harzand tomorrow.

Fri, 03 Jun, 2016

US Army Ranger heads field of 16 for Epsom Derby

A field of 16 is set to go to post for tomorrow’s Investec Derby at Epsom.

Fri, 03 Jun, 2016

Frankie Dettori admits to feeling Derby nerves

Frankie Dettori has admitted that even he still feels the pressure ahead of his ride on likely favourite Wings Of Desire in the Investec Derby at Epsom on Saturday week.

Fri, 27 May, 2016

Awtaad rolls back the years for training legend Kevin Prendergast

On a weekend where the legendary Lester Piggott was honoured it was fitting that another class act who has stood the test the time should steal the show on Irish 2,000 Guineas day.

Mon, 23 May, 2016

Postponed to line-up at Epsom breakfast event

Postponed will line up alongside a handful of Classic hopefuls as he enjoys a spin around Epsom on Tuesday’s Breakfast With The Stars event.

Fri, 20 May, 2016

John Ferguson hopeful of Derby delight for Godolphin

John Ferguson is hoping Godolphin can be in the mix “at the sharp end” in this year’s Investec Derby.

Fri, 20 May, 2016

The Gurkha’s Derby odds slashed

The Gurkha was slashed in the ante-post market on the Investec Derby after justifying the decision to supplement him for the French 2000 Guineas by powering away with the Poule d’Essai des Poulains at Deauville.

Mon, 16 May, 2016

Wings Of Desire flies into Derby picture

John Gosden could not hide his excitement after the “freakish” Wings Of Desire shot to Investec Derby prominence with victory in the Betfred Dante Stakes at York yesterday.

Fri, 13 May, 2016

Idaho bids to bolster Derby claims

Aidan O’Brien is likely to develop a clearer understanding of his Investec Derby pecking order at Leopardstown tomorrow.

Sat, 07 May, 2016

Little light shed on Epsom picture

Little light was shed on the picture for the Investec Derby as Viren’s Army won a three-way battle for the Betdaq Dee Stakes at Chester yesterday.

Sat, 07 May, 2016

Galileo Gold to swerve Epsom Derby in favour of Irish 2000

Qipco 2000 Guineas winner Galileo Gold is to miss the Investec Derby and instead be aimed at the Tattersalls-sponsored Irish Guineas at the Curragh on May 22.

Fri, 06 May, 2016

US Army Ranger eases in Derby betting after narrow Vase win

US Army Ranger won the MBNA Chester Vase for Aidan O’Brien but was nearly caught by stablemate Port Douglas.

Fri, 06 May, 2016

US Army Ranger out to prove Derby credentials

Aidan O’Brien believes US Army Ranger will have to take another step forward if he is to maintain his unbeaten record in the MBNA Chester Vase.

Thu, 05 May, 2016

Classic trials key to Minding plans

Aidan O’Brien believes the upcoming Classic trials over the next two weeks will be crucial to connections as they map out the next move for 1000 Guineas winner Minding.

Tue, 03 May, 2016

Harzand keeps Ballydoyle trio at bay in Ballysax

The Dermot Weld-trained Harzand earned quotes ranging from 16/1 to 25/1 for the Investec Derby in Epsom following his workmanlike victory in the Group 3 P W McGrath Memorial Ballysax Stakes in Leopardstown yesterday.

Mon, 11 Apr, 2016

Onenightidreamed back to form with a vengeance

Onenightidreamed bounced back to form with a vengeance when denying Flight Rick back-to-back victories in the Group 3 Big Bad Bob Gladness Stakes, in heavy ground, at the Curragh yesterday.

Mon, 04 Apr, 2016