Maraahel gained just reward for some solid efforts in top company with a thrilling victory in the Hardwicke Stakes at Royal Ascot.

Hazyview, an expensive failure in last year’s Derby, went a long way to repaying connections’ faith with a resounding victory in the Vodafone Diomed Stakes at Epsom yesterday.

Enforcer came with a terrific run in the final furlong to land the opener on Vodafone Derby day at Epsom this afternoon.