Ground the key to Eclipse winner's next race

Disappointed on soft ground at YorkCredit: Edward Whitaker

HAWKBILL will run next where the ground is deemed most suitable, with the quick surface at York last week blamed for the Coral-Eclipse winner's disappointing performance.

A 6-1 chance for the Juddmonte International, Hawkbill finished eighth of 12, beaten 11 and a half lengths.

Jockey William Buick reported the colt felt ill at ease on the quick ground and underfoot conditions will now be a major consideration in deciding where he next runs.

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David BaxterReporter

Published on 24 August 2016inNews

Last updated 14:30, 24 August 2016

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