Lambourn storms to Derby triumph with 11th victory for Aidan O’Brien

Aidan O'Brien's horse Lambourn won the Derby at Epsom, completing a clean sweep of the three Group One events at the meeting. Lambourn was not the favorite, with Delacroix, ridden by Ryan Moore, being the 2-1 favorite but finishing ninth. Despite not being the first string, Lambourn was prepared like an Epsom horse from the start, just like every other horse at the yard. Lambourn was sent to Chester's May meeting to prepare for the race, where the undulations and turns are similar to those at Epsom. Wayne Lordan rode Lambourn to victory, taking the lead and gaining an advantage down the hill and around Tattenham Corner. Lambourn's preparation paid off, with a slick and assured passage around the course. Aidan O'Brien's comment that "everything in Ballydoyle is about Epsom" was proven true with the win. Lambourn's victory was a testament to the trainer's preparation methods. The win marked a successful meeting for Aidan O'Brien, with Minnie Hauk also winning the Oaks on Friday. Wayne Lordan rode his first winner in a Classic, a notable achievement for the jockey.