Derby hero Emmet McNamara says Serpentine's rhythm is a weapon over any trip

Serpentine ridden by Emmet McNamara in the winers circle after the Investec DerbyEpsom 4.7.20 Pic: Edward Whitaker/Racing Post

Emmet McNamara with Serpentine after winning the Investec Derby at EpsomCredit: Edward Whitaker

The day after his audacious pillar-to-post success in the world's most famous Flat race aboard Serpentine, Emmet McNamara was still trying to catch his breath at Chantilly ahead of a third Classic mission in nine days.

While much of the racing world is busy trying to dissect how Serpentine was able to get away from his pursuers with apparent ease, the man on board is in no doubt that the winning horse deserves plenty of credit.

Watch: a dramatic running of the Investec Derby as Serpentine makes all

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Scott BurtonFrance correspondent

Published on 5 July 2020inNews

Last updated 16:17, 5 July 2020

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