Classy Millenary a Cup cracker

MILLENARY proved himself the class act on the Knavesmire yesterday as he took the Emirates Airline Yorkshire Cup in impressive fashion.

Classy Millenary a Cup cracker
Fri, 14 May, 2004 - 01:00
William Hayler

The seven-year-old became the oldest winner in the 77-year history of the race and took his total prize-money tally over the £700,000 mark as he accelerated away from the furlong pole to beat Alcazar by an easy three lengths.

Richard Quinn's mount, a 9-2 chance, travelled easily throughout the race as Dutch Gold and Jelani disputed the early pace.

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