HAVEN’T they got wings, our men who have been able to climb up to heights where even eagles don’t fly? … Oh Sappey, Oh Laffrey, Oh Col Bayard, Oh Tourmalet! I shall not fail in my duty to proclaim to the world that you are like an insignificant and common beer compared to the Galibier: all one can do before this giant is doff one’s hat and bow.” — French newspaper July 11, 1911.

Jonjo O’Neill has yet to decide whether to appeal against Prize Fighter’s disqualification from first place at Fakenham on Friday.

Cerium was trimmed to 8-1 with Coral for the Arkle Trophy after the high-class hurdler made a smooth transition to fences under Paddy Brennan at Warwick.

CERIUM staked his claim for the Arkle Trophy when opening his account over fences with a near faultless display under Paddy Brennan at Warwick yesterday.

CAMERON O’REILLY is on the prowl for acquisitions and partnerships using his new private company, Bayard Capital.