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.

Simon and Ed Crisford enjoyed a fruitful trip to France as West Wind Blows (9/10 F) added another Group 3 Longchamp success to his CV in the La Coupe – Fondation Claude Pompidou this afternoon.

The in-form Pride Of America is backed to bask in some Bank Holiday glory by following up his recent Chester success in Redcar’s Racing TV Zetland Gold Cup.