Coolmore's Whirl Wins Nassau Stakes by Five Lengths at Goodwood

Whirl, a three-year-old filly bred and trained by Aidan O'Brien, delivered a commanding five-length victory in the Group One Qatar Nassau Stakes at Goodwood, solidifying her status as one of the best fillies in training. Despite challenging conditions that necessitated a flag start due to heavy rain and lightning threats, jockey Ryan Moore led Whirl from the front, dominating the race with ease against strong competition including Royal Ascot winner Cercene. Whirl, a daughter of Wootton Bassett and out of Salsa, is a homebred talent linked to Coolmore's long-term breeding strategy, highlighting the success of their investment in bloodlines descending from Galileo and other notable sires. O'Brien praised Whirl's versatility and potential, noting she is capable of running on various ground types and distances, with future races potentially including the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe and the Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Turf. Her consistent performances, including victories in the Pretty Polly Stakes and Musidora Stakes and a close second in the Oaks, demonstrate her class and adaptability. O'Brien also compared her favorably to stablemate Minnie Hauk, emphasizing Whirl's maturity and wide range of options for the remainder of the season.