John Oxx reports Saddler’s Rock to be primed for action in the Artemis Goodwood Cup on Thursday.

Fame And Glory is the notable absentee as Saddler’s Rock was left to head eight declared runners in Friday’s Seamus And Rosemary McGrath Memorial Saval Beg Stakes at Leopardstown.

JOHN Oxx maintained his 100% record in Britain this season courtesy of a taking success for Saddler’s Rock in the Stobart Doncaster Cup yesterday.

THERE will be no refuge for many victims of domestic violence who will flee their homes with their children over Christmas.

Sonia O'Sullivan recorded her fastest 3,000m time since Zurich 2000 at the Mardyke yesterday (8:38.99) when wining the BUPA 3,000 metres race in superb style.