For Desert Orchid, it was a return to the course where he won the Gold Cup.

He gave his blessing to the meeting and came close to finding himself partnering Desert Orchid in the opening race.

His most famous stablemate was Desert Orchid, retired by then but still leading out the 2 year olds.

These were conditions hardly suited to Desert Orchid, especially at this left-handed course which he never particularly favoured.

Three cheers were called as Desert Orchid was unsaddled, surrounded by thousands of fans.

The official handicapper gave Desert Orchid a rating of 187.

No horse since Desert Orchid has repeatedly and successfully conceded weight to his rivals at the highest level.

One of the most popular horses to win the Gold Cup was Desert Orchid, a grey who won the event in 1989.

Can Desert Orchid the champion bring the house down and win.

With his family he is an owner of several racehorses, including the late Desert Orchid.