King Kyprios rules once more in Gold Cup classic

Aidan O'Brien's six-year-old turned the tables on his old rival Trawlerman to regain his crown

THE KING: Kyprios ridden by Ryan Moore (left) on their way to winning the Gold Cup on day three of Royal Ascot. Photo: David Davies/PA Wire. 

Kyprios turned the tables on his old rival Trawlerman to regain his crown in a pulsating renewal of the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot.

Aidan O'Brien's six-year-old was the dominant force in the division when landing the two-and-a-half-mile showpiece two years ago, also triumphing in the Goodwood Cup and the Irish St Leger before a sensational 20-length victory in the Prix du Cadran.