We’re not to the point of changing the team flag to red, white and orange, but you’d be safe to argue that at this point in the proceedings, the American team at the biennial Ryder Cup could have a fresh-faced leader in Rickie Fowler.

Winners from Fran Berry and Colm O’Donoghue inspired Ireland to a late comeback in the Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup at Ascot.

Paul Hanagan drew first blood for the Great Britain team in the Shergar Cup at Ascot by partnering Sarrsar to an emphatic success.

Gerald Mosse took the starring role on Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup day at Ascot when leading his European team to victory as well as collecting the Silver Saddle trophy for leading rider.

Japanese superstar Deep Impact has completed his preparations for Sunday’s Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe with a gallop at Chantilly racecourse.