William Derby, the CEO of York, is eagerly anticipating the showdown between last year's Japanese St Leger winner Durezza and City Of Troy in the upcoming Juddmonte International. While Aidan O'Brien is leaning towards keeping City Of Troy at 10 furlongs, the possibility of him competing in the prestigious race on August 21 is exciting.
The emergence of Durezza as a new contender, with Christophe Lemaire as the jockey, adds an extra level of excitement to the event. Derby expressed his delight at City Of Troy's potential participation and the record prize fund of £1.2 million for this year's race, making it a highly anticipated event.
As someone who has been leading York for over 20 years, Derby has witnessed some memorable editions of the Juddmonte International. He highlighted the past winners and the significance of the race as the flagship event at York, attracting top jockeys and horses from around the world.
With ticket sales for the Sky Bet Ebor Festival going well and ongoing developments at the racecourse, Derby is looking forward to a successful event. The competition between City Of Troy and Durezza, along with the overall excitement surrounding the race, promises to make the Juddmonte International a thrilling and memorable experience for all involved.