SADLER’S Wells (by Northern Dancer) was a phenomenal stallion whose influence has been felt around the world, and in addition to forging such a powerful dynasty in the flat industry he has had a profound impact on the National Hunt sector too.

The outstanding stayer Yeats was one of his last sons to go to stud, and the 15 times scorer, whose Group 1 wins came in the Coronation Cup, Irish St Leger, Prix Royal-Oak, and an historic four-timer in the Gold Cup at Ascot, achieved a notable first on Sunday.