Bracelet proves the perfect fit for Oaks

Aidan O’Brien’s Royal Ascot heroine Bracelet fought off stable companion Tapestry and British raider Volume to clinch Classic glory in a thrilling renewal of the Darley Irish Oaks at the Curragh on Saturday night.

There was a controversial prelude to the Group One feature as Epsom Oaks third Volume, trained in Newmarket by Italian Luca Cumani, had to be re-plated after being found to be wearing shoes on her hind legs that are banned from racing in Ireland.

The unfortunate incident led to a number of fillies, notably Tapestry, playing up in the parade ring before the race eventually got under way around 20 minutes later than scheduled.