Torcedor runs well at Royal Ascot for Kiwi ownersMike Hewitt Torcedor (far right) in the Te Akau tangerine chases the James Doyle ridden Big Orange (yellow silks) and Order of St George home in the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot. A galloper with a strong Kiwi connection has run well at Royal Ascot. Tenacious Michael Bell-trained stayer Big Orange held on under a positive ride to win a thrilling renewal of the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot on Thursday. Harrington believes the horse by Fastnet Rock is capable of winning a "great race" like the Melbourne Cup, and the Australian spring is on her radar. But Ellis said any decision on a trip to Australia would be considered after his Gold Cup performance was analysed.

Source: Stuff June 22, 2017 22:18 UTC