O'Brien Secures 11th Betfred Derby Win with Lambourn

Aidan O'Brien is targeting the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby as the next race for Lambourn after the horse's impressive victory at Epsom, marking O'Brien's 11th Betfred Derby win. Lambourn, a son of dual Derby winner Australia, led for most of the race under jockey Wayne Lordan, who gave an aggressive and effective ride. O'Brien reported that all three of his Derby runners, including Delacroix and The Lion In Winter, have returned home in good condition, though Delacroix and The Lion In Winter are expected to drop back in distance after finishing ninth and 14th respectively. O'Brien cited some race troubles for the latter two, noting that Delacroix encountered traffic issues and The Lion In Winter was positioned too far forward. He emphasized the difficulty of having multiple horses succeed in the same race and shared insights about each horse's optimal distance, suggesting Lambourn stays well and is straightforward, while the others may be better suited to shorter trips. The Derby, according to O'Brien, serves as a defining race that clarifies the strengths and weaknesses of the three-year-old generation, helping to determine future racing plans.