Frankie Dettori gave Sheikh Mohammed a precise reminder of just why he has been employed as Godolphin’s stable jockey for almost 20 years by seeing off his would-be successor Mickael Barzalona in an outstanding finish for the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot.

Colour Vision and Frankie Dettori survived a stewards’ inquiry as they held off fellow Godolphin runner Opinion Poll to take top honours in the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot.

Frankie Dettori insists he has no imminent plans to retire after a flood of speculation about his position at Godolphin.

Frankie Dettori can no longer expect to take all the big-race rides as number one jockey to Godolphin, racing manager Simon Crisford has said.

Diamond Harry is on course for the Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup after recovering from a successful wind operation.

WHEN So You Think suffered that defeat by Rewilding in the Prince Of Wales’ Stakes at Royal Ascot, Aidan O’Brien gave an extraordinary post-race interview to the BBC.

AIDAN O’BRIEN is anticipating bold shows from Wonder Of Wonders and Misty For Me in the Investec Oaks at Epsom today.

French raider Pour Moi looks set to take his place in the Investec Derby field after he pleased trainer Andre Fabre in a spin at Epsom.