Danny Tudhope scores second Ayr Gold Cup win on Pellitory
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 3:18 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Danny Tudhope claimed his second Ayr Gold Cup title on Pellitory at Ayr racecourse on September 19, 2026. The race followed heavy rain overnight, leading to two course inspections but ultimately proceeding as planned. Tudhope, previously the first Scottish winner in 50 years in 2022, outpaced Tuco Salamanca, who finished second. Pellitory, trained by David O'Meara and owned by Evan Sutherland, achieved its first win at six furlongs despite being better known for seven. Tudhope praised the bold decision to return Pellitory to the shorter distance, celebrating the victory.
- •Danny Tudhope won the Ayr Gold Cup on Pellitory in 2026.
- •Heavy rain led to race delays and two inspections.
- •Tuco Salamanca finished in second place behind Pellitory.
- •Pellitory is trained by David O'Meara and owned by Evan Sutherland.
- •The race was held on September 19, 2026.
- 3:18 PMYahoo Sports — Tudhope wins second Ayr Gold Cup on Pellitory
- 3:10 PMBBC Sport — Tudhope wins second Ayr Gold Cup on Pellitory
"Pellitory wins the Ayr Gold Cup for trainer David O'Meara after a lengthy delay following heavy rain - a second victory in the race for jockey Danny Tudhope.
"Pellitory wins the Ayr Gold Cup for trainer David O'Meara after a lengthy delay following heavy rain - a second victory in the race for jockey Danny Tudhope.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 19, 2026, 3:18 PMTudhope wins second Ayr Gold Cup on Pellitory
Pellitory wins the Ayr Gold Cup for trainer David O'Meara after a lengthy delay following heavy rain - a second victory in the race for jockey Danny Tudhope.
- BBC SportSep 19, 2026, 3:10 PMTudhope wins second Ayr Gold Cup on Pellitory
Pellitory wins the Ayr Gold Cup for trainer David O'Meara after a lengthy delay following heavy rain - a second victory in the race for jockey Danny Tudhope.
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