Minnie Hauk Wins Oaks at Epsom in O'Brien One-Two

Minnie Hauk, trained by the renowned Irish trainer Aidan O'Brien, clinched a dramatic victory at the Epsom Oaks, edging out stablemate Whirl by a neck. This win marks O'Brien's 11th victory in the fillies' race and extends his record to 46 British Classic wins.

Race Highlights

• Ryan Moore's Masterful Ride: Jockey Ryan Moore delivered a flawless performance on the 9-2 chance Minnie Hauk, ensuring her victory over the previously unbeaten favorite, Desert Flower, who finished third.
• Desert Flower's Struggles: Desert Flower, the 1,000 Guineas winner, found the unique contours of the Epsom track challenging, leading to her third-place finish.
• O'Brien's Dominance: Aidan O'Brien continues to dominate the British Classics, with Minnie Hauk's win adding to his impressive tally.

Trainer and Jockey Insights

• Aidan O'Brien: "She's a very exciting filly. She's obviously learning and she's going to improve with racing," said O'Brien, reflecting on Minnie Hauk's potential.
• Ryan Moore: "Whirl came back and my filly found a little bit more. I think she'll improve for the experience and as far as three-year-old fillies go, she's very good," Moore commented after his fifth Oaks triumph.

Looking Ahead to the Derby

O'Brien is set to saddle Delacroix, The Lion In Winter, and Lambourn in the upcoming Derby, aiming for his 11th victory in the prestigious race. Meanwhile, trainer Charlie Appleby has expressed concerns about Ruling Court's participation if heavy rain affects the track conditions.

Coronation Cup Recap

Earlier in the day, Jan Brueghel, another O'Brien-trained horse, secured a thrilling victory in the Coronation Cup, holding off French favorite Calandagan by half a length. This win marks O'Brien's 10th Coronation Cup triumph.

Sad Post-Script

The day was marred by the tragic injury of Norman's Cay, who was euthanized after the second race.

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