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Emmet McNamara’s Derby ride evokes happy memories for Steve Cauthen

The Limerick jockey was having just his ninth ride of the season in the Classic.

Tue, 07 Jul, 2020 - 12:40

Nick Robson

Serpentine and Emmet McNamara are well clear of their rivals as they round Tattenham Corner on Saturday. Serpentine made virtually all in a style reminiscent of Cauthen on Slip Anchor back in 1985 to give trainer Aidan O’Brien an eighth Epsom Derby victory, a record number of wins. Picture: Healy Racing

Steve Cauthen has praised Emmet McNamara’s Investec Derby-winning ride aboard Serpentine.

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Racing horse racing Place: Limerick Place: America Place: Epsom Person: Emmet McNamara Person: Steve Cauthen Person: McNamara Person: Cauthen Person: Aidan Person: Serpentine Person: Slip Anchor Event: Derby Event: Investec Derby Organisation: Slip Anchor

<p>Kizlyar and Dylan Browne McMonagle win for trainer Joseph O'Brien. Pic: Healy Racing</p>

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