From dirty lessons to stewards' speed and tipping torture - David Jennings' ten takeouts from the Breeders' Cup at Del Mar

City Of Troy and Ryan Moore pass the stands with a circuit to race in the Breeders' Cup Classic

City Of Troy: couldn't cope with the kickback in the Breeders' Cup Classic at Del MarCredit: Edward Whitaker

Deputy Ireland editor David Jennings has spent the last week at Del Mar covering the 41st Breeders' Cup. Here are his ten takeouts from the blockbuster event . . .

1. You can't just flirt with the dirt

Dirt is like parenthood. You can do all the preparation in the world, go to antenatal classes, practice with nieces and nephews, read books, watch YouTube clips but, ultimately, nothing can prepare you for the real thing.

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David JenningsDeputy Ireland editor

Published on 4 November 2024inBreeders' Cup

Last updated 18:06, 4 November 2024

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