Overview
- Illinois, ridden by Ryan Moore, overcame a weight penalty to win the Group Three Ormonde Stakes by a length-and-a-quarter at the Chester May Festival.
- The victory marked Aidan O'Brien's record-breaking seventh win in the Ormonde Stakes, further cementing his dominance in the event.
- Connections are considering Illinois for the Coronation Cup at Epsom or a step up in distance for the Ascot Gold Cup later in the season.
- Illinois, a son of Galileo, displayed consistency and grit, building on his successful 2024 season, which included wins at Royal Ascot and ParisLongchamp.
- The Chester May Festival continues to anchor Sky Sports Racing's coverage, with additional action from Brighton and Auteuil.