THE Derby picture was turned inside out on Wednesday when the Aidan O’Brien-trained Sir Dragonet – largely theretofore unconsidered in Derby-talk circles – sauntered to victory in the Chester Vase.Donnacha O’Brien gave the colt a really nice patient ride, and his interview afterwards was insightful.

The rider said that Sir Dragonet was still quite raw and green and that, therefore, he was happy to leave him follow the field along for the first few furlongs.