Ryan Moore Wins Coral-Eclipse with Delacroix in Thrilling Duel

Ryan Moore delivered a masterful and strategic ride on Delacroix to clinch a stunning victory in the Coral-Eclipse at Sandown, overcoming multiple challenges including being blocked and shuffled back during the race. Despite Delacroix starting as the 3-1 second-favourite and lacking a previous Group One win, Moore executed several plan changes and waited for an opening before unleashing a powerful late surge to overtake the favorite, Ombudsman, in the final strides. Trainer Aidan O'Brien praised Moore's ability to adapt throughout the race, calling it a "Plan Z" victory and highlighting Moore's intimate understanding of the horse's capabilities. Delacroix, who had been disappointing as the Derby favorite, showed resilience and a superior turn of foot to secure his first Group One win, marking Moore and O'Brien's third consecutive Eclipse triumph. The race was marked by tactical complexity and showcased Moore's exceptional skill and calm under pressure, earning widespread admiration from racing experts and fans alike. This win further cements Moore's reputation as one of the best jockeys in the world.