Hali shines but Channon rues Derby omission

Mick Channon was left ruing his decision not to enter Halicarnassus in the Vodafone Derby after the colt lowered the colours of Eastern Anthem in the Peters Opal Stakes at Goodwood.

The runner-up had finished in behind leading Classic contender Salford Mill on his most recent outing, leaving Channon contemplating what might have been at Epsom on Saturday week.