There was high drama at the conclusion of the John Smith's Cup Handicap as, following an agonising wait for both sets of connections, the judge awarded Pride Of America the narrowest of verdicts over Astro King following a thrilling tussle up the York straight.

There was high drama at the conclusion of the John Smith’s Cup Handicap as, following an agonising wait for both sets of connections, the judge awarded Pride Of America the narrowest of verdicts over Astro King following a thrilling tussle up the York straight.

Amy Murphy has Group One targets in mind for Manhattan Jungle following her fine effort to finish second in the Prix de Cabourg at Deauville earlier this month.

The Covex Kid is enjoying a fantastic debut season for Amy Murphy and can add to his tally in the Carlsberg Danish Pilsner Brighton Mile.

The Covex Kid is enjoying a fantastic debut season for Amy Murphy and can add to his tally in the Carlsberg Danish Pilsner Brighton Mile.