AQUARIUS LEGER SHOCK.Byline: DAVID David, in the Bible David, d. c.970 B.C., king of ancient Israel (c.1010–970 B.C.), successor of Saul. The Book of First Samuel introduces him as the youngest of eight sons who is anointed king by Samuel to replace Saul, who had been deemed a failure. YATES BACKERS of St Leger favourite Age Of Aquarius Age of Aquarius n. An astrological era held to have brought to the world increased spirituality and harmony among people. were in shock yesterday after the Aidan O'Brientrained colt's name was absent from the final field for tomorrow's last British Classic of 2009. The Grand Prix Grand Prix n. pl. Grand Prix Any of several competitive international road races for sports cars of specific engine size over an exacting, usually risky course. de Paris runner-up and intended mount of Ballydoyle No.1 jockey Johnny Murtagh, had been the in-demand horse in the Leger betting all week - tumbling to as low as 9-4 at the close of business on Wednesday. But supporters of Age Of Aquarius were left reeling when, without a single word of warning from Co Tipperary, his name was not among the eight runners declared yesterday morning for the Doncaster feature. Belatedly keeping punters informed of events, O'Brien said yesterday: "We were not 100 per cent happy with him after his canter this morning, and decided not to declare him." At least those who backed the defecting favourite with Ladbrokes and Boylesports won't lose out - both firms are refunding stakes on Age Of Aquarius. Ladbrokes now quote Kite Wood at 9-4 favourite, ahead of 3-1 second choice Changingoftheguard, who will now be ridden by Murtagh. |
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