Take Cover catapulted the largely unknown David Griffiths into the Glorious Goodwood spotlight yesterday by using his blistering speed in the Betfred King George Stakes.

Mark Johnston has his string in good nick and he advertised the fact with a short-priced double at Ripon today.

Tim Pitt is to restart his training career at Norton Grange Stables near Malton in North Yorkshire.

Bawtry-based trainer Tim Pitt will not appeal against the decision by the Thirsk stewards to fine him £6,000 (about €9,000) over the running and riding of Jordan’s Light on Saturday.