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I’m just lost for words. It’s brilliant, unbelievable. He’s been winning Grade Threes this year, so to win this is fantastic. I’m shell-shocked to win anyway, but to win like that — I’m just lost for words. When Buveur D’Air fell, we nearly got brought down. It’s unbelievable, I’m completely lost for words. Gavin Patrick Cromwell, trainer

BUVEUR D’AIR (FR) wore earplugs.

Brain Power (IRE) and Laurina (FR) both wore earplugs which were removed at the start.

The performance of APPLE’S JADE (FR), which started favourite and finished sixth of seven finishers, was considered.

Gordon Elliott could offer no explanation for the mare’s performance.

The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of APPLE’S JADE (FR) during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.

For four-year-olds and upwards who are allotted a rating of 130 or more by the senior BHA Head of Handicapping following a review of the horses entered and taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to confirmation - horses who are not qualified for a rating in GB, IRE or FR may also be entered (such horses may be eligible providing the Handicapper is satisfied that the horse's racecourse performances up to and including the day prior to confirmation would merit a minimum rating of 130 - the decision of the BHA Head of Handicapping shall be final).
Weights - 4yo: 11st 2lb; 5yo+: 11st 10lb;
Allowances - fillies & mares allowed 7lb