Sweet William and Havlin on the mark in Henry II Stakes
Jockey of the moment times it to perfection.
Robert Havlin highlighted why he is a jockey in demand when partnering Sweet William to victory in the Chasemore Farm Henry II Stakes at Sandown. Having claimed Group One glory on board Audience in the Lockinge last weekend, the veteran jockey remained in the spotlight after being booked to ride Ambiente Friendly in the Derby. He was at his best when cajoling the John and Thady Gosden-trained Sweet William (5-2) into this two-mile Group Three contest late on before getting the better of a battle with Caius Chorister.A brilliant finish to the @chasemorefarm Henry II Stakes!
Improving stayer Sweet William narrowly denies Caius Chorister to win the Group Three prize under a good ride from Rab Havlin for the Gosden team 👏@Sandownpark pic.twitter.com/djV03f8ICI — Racing TV (@RacingTV) May 23, 2024
Ryan Moore set out to make the running on Metier, with Trueshan and Chesspiece also taking up a prominent position. The order stayed much the same until the home straight when Trueshan moved on, but Caius Chorister and Sweet William were travelling noticeably better in behind. That pair went on to pull clear over the final furlong, but it was Sweet William who just came out on top by a head.
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