Through The Years

Wesley Ward has been the greatest international supporter of Royal Ascot in recent years and the American trainer has dispatched a team of seven runners in a bid to extend his record at the meeting of 12 wins to date. The septet includes G1 Commonwealth Cup contender Outfielder (Speightstown), an imposing individual who was fourth in last season's G1 Prix Morny and has picked up a pair of black-type wins at Turfway Park and Churchill Downs this year. Outfielder and Ez Tin, the Golden Pal filly who runs in the...

   In this series, the TDN takes a look at notable successes of European-based sires in North America. This week's column is highlighted by the victory of Siyouincanada at Churchill Downs. Oh, Canada! Making his first start in the colours of breeder LNJ Foxwoods, Siyouincanada took charge from the bell and stormed home to win by 2 1/2 lengths at Churchill Downs (video). Trained by Joe Sharp, the son of Siyouni is out of the winner Polished (Kitten's Joy). Siyouincanada is the second runner and first winner for his dam,...