Trawlerman went one better than last year to win the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot in a track record under a brilliant front-running ride from William Buick. The 2024 runner-up, trained by John and Thady Gosden, led all the way and left Illinois back in second, with Dubai Future third. Buick punched the air as he crossed the line on the 85-40 favourite, who was giving the Gosdens a fifth win of the week. "I was just a passenger," said Buick after winning the Gold Cup for the first time. Trawlerman had finished second 12 months earlier to the now-retired Kyprios, whose trainer Aidan O'Brien and jockey Ryan Moore relied on Illinois this time. The pair were looking for a treble after earlier wins for Charles Darwin and Garden Of Eden, but there was no catching the winner. John Gosden was winning the race for a fifth time, all in the last eight years, after three victories with Stradivarius between 2018-20, and victory with his son Thady thanks to Courage Mon Ami in 2023. French contender Candelari was among the leading fancies but could only finish sixth, 29 lengths behind the winner. Temperatures hit 30C at the Berkshire track as the sunny weather continued, and a course spokesperson said one person was taken to hospital while a further 42 received treatment on Wednesday forheat-related conditions. Royal Ascot day three results O'Brien made it three from three in juvenile sprints this week with 8-13 favourite Charles Darwin a clear victor of the Norfolk Stakes. The winner broke sharply from the stalls and Moore was in control from thereon, sending his mount clear in the final furlong to beat runner-up Wise Approach by two and a quarter lengths. "He's a big, powerful, strong horse. He really looks like a four-year-old racing against two-year-olds," said O'Brien. O'Brien and Moore combined again to win the Ribblesdale Stakes with 7-1 chance Garden Of Eden. Stablemate Island Hopping set a strong gallop and as he faded, Moore was well positioned to take advantage. The jockey had looked set to grind out victory on Serious Contender in the King George V Stakes, but 3-1 favourite Merchant swooped late to win. Tom Marquand came with a driving run on his mount to triumph for trainer William Haggas and owners Highclere Racing. More to follow.
Trawlerman wins Gold Cup at Ascot in record time
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Trawlerman triumphed at the Gold Cup during Royal Ascot, achieving a remarkable victory under the guidance of jockey William Buick. The horse, trained by John and Thady Gosden, not only won the race but did so in record time, solidifying its status as the 85-40 favorite. Trawlerman led from the start and maintained a commanding position throughout, ultimately finishing ahead of Illinois, which placed second, and Dubai Future, which took third. This victory marked a significant achievement for Buick, who expressed his delight by stating he felt like 'just a passenger' during the race. This win also contributed to the Gosden stable's impressive record at the event, marking their fifth victory of the week and further highlighting their dominance in horse racing at Royal Ascot.
John Gosden's success in the Gold Cup was notable as it marked his fifth win in the race over the last eight years, following three victories with the renowned horse Stradivarius from 2018 to 2020 and a win with Courage Mon Ami in 2023. On a day where temperatures soared to 30°C, the event saw a mix of emotions, as one person was hospitalized and over 40 others received treatment for heat-related conditions. In addition to the Gold Cup, Aidan O'Brien and jockey Ryan Moore had earlier successes, winning both the Norfolk Stakes and the Ribblesdale Stakes with their mounts Charles Darwin and Garden Of Eden, respectively. The day also featured a thrilling finish in the King George V Stakes, where Merchant claimed victory, showcasing the competitive nature of the events at Royal Ascot this year.
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