Desert Flower claimed the Betfred 1000 Guineas Stakes at Newmarket on Sunday, May 4, to maintain her flawless record and continue Godolphin’s remarkable weekend.
Trained by Charlie Appleby, who landed the 2000 Guineas with Ruling Court on Saturday, the chestnut was the evens favourite under William Buick.
Buick was hunting for his first success in the race and the duo led the group racing on the far side as a smaller handful challenged up the near side.
Her key rival became Ollie Sangster’s Flight in the final stages, but when Desert Flower met the rising ground she pushed on again and pulled clear of all contenders to prevail by a length. Sangster also saddled the third-placed Simmering.
