Goldie Cup hope is Ayr to the throne

Proud Scotsman Jim Goldie has his heart set on ending 38 years of hurt for the country of his birth when he saddles Jack Dexter and Hawkeyethenoo in the William Hill Ayr Gold Cup on Saturday.

Roman Warrior, trained by Nigel Angus, was the last Scottish horse to get on the roll of honour, but Glasgow-based Goldie feels he can put paid to the long lean spell.

Jack Dexter has made giant strides since running away with the Bronze Cup last September and looks like having his favoured soft ground.