We all know it takes courage to win races over jumps, along with athleticism, stamina and speed. But you need courage to win on the Flat too and Adayar showed that in abundance winning this year’s Derby. The aerial shots show vividly the moment, two furlongs from the finish, when early leader Gear Up moved fractionally away from the rail.
Robin Oakley
The Derby was a game of musical saddles
Adam Kirby’s victory on Adayar wrenched backwards the fickle finger of fortune

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