FASTNET Rock might be in the shadow of the incomparable Galileo in Coolmore, but his prowess as a stallion is well recognised throughout the world – and no wonder.

Leading sire in Australia on a couple of occasions, he was twice a champion racehorse there also. His latest Group 1 star to emerge is Rivet, winner of the Racing Post Trophy at the weekend. He is one of more than 100 stakes winners for his sire who is a multiple Group 1 winning son of Danehill.