Oxx: speed was the key

JOHN OXX hailed Sea The Stars’ speed as his main attribute on the day the six-time Group One winner retired from racing.

The Cape Cross colt enjoyed an incredible season including victories in the 2000 Guineas, the Derby at Epsom and most recently the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, but connections opted against letting him have one final foray in the Breeders’ Cup Classic.

“They have all been major races and every one was important in its own right,” Oxx said.