Bacio claims victory in Nunthorpe Stakes at York
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Bacio won the Coolmore City Of Troy Nunthorpe Stakes at York on August 21, 2026. Under jockey Juan Hernandez, Bacio surged ahead early and maintained a strong lead, crossing the finish line a length and a quarter clear of Starlust. This victory marks trainer Wesley Ward's first win in the Nunthorpe after near misses with Acapulco and Lady Aurelia. Arapaho Gold also secured a win in the Gimcrack Stakes, extending his unbeaten record under jockey Connor Beasley. Future plans for Arapaho Gold include the Mill Reef at Newbury.
- •Bacio won the Nunthorpe Stakes at York on August 21, 2026.
- •Bacio finished ahead of Starlust by a length and a quarter.
- •Wesley Ward had previously finished second with two other horses in this race.
- •Arapaho Gold remained unbeaten, winning the Gimcrack Stakes.
- •Future plans for Arapaho Gold include the Mill Reef at Newbury.
"American raider Bacio blitzed his rivals from the front to provide Wesley Ward with a first victory in the Coolmore City Of Troy Nunthorpe Stakes at York.
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