Westover claims dominant Irish Derby victory

Westover, trained by now four-time Classic-winner Ralph Beckett, ensured back-to-back wins in the race for the UK-based runners by recording a facile success under first-time winner Colin Keane

DOMINANT: Colin Keane onboard Westover wins the Irish Derby. Pic: INPHO/Morgan Treacy

There was a time when keeping the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby at home was considered quite an achievement, but Ballydoyle’s recent domination of the race, allied to a wealth of training and equine talent in the country, has resulted in successful raids being few and far between.

However, Westover, trained by now four-time Classic-winner Ralph Beckett and carrying the famous Juddmonte colours, ensured back-to-back wins in the race for the UK-based runners by recording a facile success under first-time winner Colin Keane.