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Jubilee Stakes: Almeraq Wins in Dramatic Photo Finish
20 Jun
Summary
- Almeraq, a 25-1 longshot, won the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes by a nose.
- The victory marked a remarkable comeback for Almeraq after a serious fall last September.
- Jockey Tom Marquand dedicated the win to rider Jim Crowley, who suffered a severe injury.
Almeraq, a surprising 25-1 outsider, captured the prestigious Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes in a dramatic photo finish. The four-year-old colt battled a quality international field over six furlongs at Royal Ascot.
This remarkable victory marks a significant comeback for Almeraq, who suffered a serious fall at York last September. That incident also impacted jockey Jim Crowley, necessitating surgery for pelvic and leg fractures.
Jockey Tom Marquand, who rode Almeraq to victory, expressed deep emotion, dedicating the win to Crowley. He highlighted Crowley's ongoing fight for his career and emphasized that the ride was rightfully his, expressing hope for Crowley's recovery and pleasure in witnessing Almeraq's triumph.
