For many people, bookshops conjure fond images of intimate readings, in-store cafés and delight at the discovery of a new author. Despite this, many high street bookshops are under threat thanks to the rising popularity of eReaders and online shopping.

BRIAN O’Connell bounced back from the controversial defeat of Dunguib at Cheltenham to register a double on Barney King and Caim Hill at Down Royal yesterday.

Mendip strode well clear of a quality field under Frankie Dettori to lift the opening thoroughbred race on Super Thursday at Meydan.

Luca Cumani is under no illusions about the task facing Purple Moon when he lines up in the Dubai Sheema Classic at Nad Al Sheba this weekend.