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Trawlerman Seals Long Distance Cup at Ascot to Complete Four-Timer

The Godolphin seven-year-old confirmed his status as the season’s standout stayer with a decisive ride from William Buick.

Overview

  • Trawlerman beat stablemate Sweet William by a length and a half in the Group 1 two-miler, with Al Qareem third a further 12 lengths back.
  • William Buick judged the pace and kicked off the final bend, later lauding Trawlerman as a superstar after the Gosden-trained one-two.
  • John Gosden said both Trawlerman and Sweet William will be rested until next year, with a prep run planned before the Gold Cup.
  • The winner returned 5-6 after a late drift from as short as 1-2, while Sweet William was backed into around 5-2, a move bookmakers called unusual.
  • Karl Burke said Al Qareem earned roughly £60,000 for third and will be put away after a hard campaign for Nick Bradley Racing.