Iirc they were gobsmacked he got beat in the fred winter as he had a huge reputation. Quite similar to st marks basilica as they were suprised it took him so long to win a group one. Gw has had a few niggles or he would have won a few more group ones. A lovely looking horse who gives his all. A brilliant display and superbly ridden. Patrick must have mixed emotions as he has done loads of work on the horse so had galopin run he would probably have got his hands on the trophy. Always loved the horse. Pleased for the riccis,as paul townend said after he won,they put a hell of a lot into racing,have had many successes and setbacks. Just a tremendous performance proving he was by far the best horse in the race. If hes in the same form next season he will be very hard to beat.
