Darwin poised to continue evolution

Darwin gets the nap to land a fascinating Group 3 Desmond Stakes at Leopardstown tonight.

The former American horse has made a big impression in two outings in this country and, if he can now cope with Gordon Lord Byron, will have to be regarded as a possible Group 1 winner of the future.

The pair clashed over seven furlongs at the Curragh in another Group 3 last month, Darwin beating his rival by a length and three parts into second place.