O’Brien relishing Derby dream

AIDAN O’BRIEN is excited by his Investec Derby squad as he prepares to challenge for a first win in the race since High Chaparral in 2002.

O’Brien relishing Derby dream
Fri, 28 May, 2010 - 01:00
Martin Kelly

The Ballydoyle trainer dominates the betting, with dazzling Racing Post Trophy winner St Nicholas Abbey one of four major chances for the Coolmore operation.

O’Brien said yesterday: “St Nicholas Abbey was always going to the Guineas and the Derby, and that has not changed.

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