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Pierre Royal Wins Cambridgeshire for Ireland
Irish jockey Pierre Royal claims Cambridgeshire Handicap victory after tense finish.
In brief
Irish jockey Pierre Royal claims Cambridgeshire Handicap victory after tense finish. Pierre Royal, trained by Adrian McGuinness, wins Cambridgeshire Handicap at Newmarket, becoming first Irish-trained winner of the race in 100 years. Originally reported by Sky Sports.
Pierre Royal wins Cambridgeshire Handicap
Pierre Royal, trained by Adrian McGuinness, claimed victory in the Cambridgeshire Handicap at Newmarket on Saturday 26 September 2026.
Tight finish with Pierre Royal
Pierre Royal, a 33-1 shot, edged out Crest Of Fire in the final strides to secure the win.
Adrian McGuinness on strategy
Adrian McGuinness said they ran Pierre Royal on soft ground and switched to better conditions for the race.
Pierre Royal's background
Pierre Royal cost 48,000 guineas at Newmarket last year and was trained by Adrian McGuinness.
McGuinness on horse's traits
Pierre Royal is described as easy to train, travels well, and eats and sleeps without issue.
First Irish winner in 100 years
Pierre Royal became the first Irish-trained winner of the Cambridgeshire Handicap in the 21st century.
The takeaway
Pierre Royal, trained by Adrian McGuinness, wins Cambridgeshire Handicap at Newmarket, becoming first Irish-trained winner of the race in 100 years.
