Elsworth's City is very slick

David Elsworth was left dreaming of the Vodafone Derby after seeing Salford City enhance his Classic claims with an impressive success at Newbury.

The trainer, who is still best-known to many racing fans as the man who looked after brilliant jumper Desert Orchid, allowed himself a smile after seeing Johnny Murtagh bring his charge through with a dramatic burst of acceleration to claim the Lane’s End Greenham Stakes.