Naqeeb

“We're absolutely thrilled with the result and delighted for Naqeeb as well. He's run some big races in defeat this year, so it's lovely to see him get his head in front. His starting price probably reflected his chance, but he's a decent animal and it was a case of having a go and trying something different. I'm thrilled for Ryan [Sexton], who rode him very well, he had him in the perfect position and committed him at the right time - Steve Brown, trainer's assistant.”

“Very pleased with Naqeeb. He's woken up a lot from Haydock. I thought initially when I rode him that he takes a while to get going; today he probably travelled too well early and was taking me into nice positions. He's unlucky on the day, but he's a horse we're learning about and I think we'll have loads of fun with him - Ryan Sexton, jockey”

“I thought 100 was steep for Naqeeb but I think he's improved a bit for going up in trip and he'll be a good stayer next year. He's not as quick as Baaeed - he wants another mile - but he's a big raw horse who still has lots to learn and I suspect one more [run this season] if we're lucky. He's useful and if he can end up half as good as those two [Baaeed and Hukum] that'll do me. He took a long time to win and then got mugged by Middle Earth at Newmarket, and now look at Middle Earth who has a likely chance in the Leger - William Haggas, trainer.”