Said Bahada, the lad responsible for Masar at Moulton Paddocks in Newmarket, leads 2018 the Investec Derby champion through the yard. Masar was sired by 2008 Derby winner New Approach, himself the son of Galileo. Photo: Megan Rose Photography.
From left to right, trainer Charlie Appleby, work rider Brett Doyle, jockey William Buick and lad Said Bahada formed crucial partnerships that helped the team deliver victory in the world's greatest flat race. Photo: Megan Rose Photography
Although William Buick had numerous Group 1 wins to his name, his 2018 triumph aboard Masar was his first Epsom Derby victory, something he dreamt of before even deciding to become a jockey. Similarly, while Godolphin had a glittering track record, a win in the Derby still eluded them until Masar's extraoardinary performance. Photo: Megan Rose Photography.
Masar was priced at 16-1 before the race, but similarly to Wings of Eagles in 2017, he swept through the field and achieved a life-changing victory, thanks to the preparation of yard manager Nadeem Agwan and lad Said Bahada. The options before him now include continuing to race, or going to stud. Photo: Megan Rose Photography.
