Almeraq proves his class in British Champions Sprint

William and Maureen Haggas celebrated further success with their star sprinter Almeraq, who chased down Paborus to strike in the Qatar Racing British Champions Sprint Stakes under Tom Marquand.

Almeraq confirmed himself as this season’s star sprinter with a third top-level triumph of the campaign in the Qatar Racing British Champions Sprint Stakes at Ascot.

After coming out on top in a thrilling Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot, William Haggas' 11-10 favourite bounced back from July Cup disappointment with a blistering display in the Sprint Cup on very soft ground at Haydock.

With conditions not as testing this time, the four-year-old - who was involved in a horrific fall at York that ultimately ended Jim Crowley's riding career a little over a year ago - showed all of his class and versatility in the hands of Tom Marquand.

He answered every urging from his rider to hit top gear close home and run down Ed Bethell's Paborus for a neck success. Completing a one-three for the Somerville Lodge was Division.

Source: Sky Sports