Darkness Falls strikes Dewhurst gold for O'Brien

Darkness Falls took over at the top of the 2000 Guineas market after edging a heavyweight clash against previously unbeaten Desert Castle in a thrilling Darley Dewhurst Stakes at Newmarket.

Dropping back in trip to seven furlongs from a mile and one after winning the Golden Fleece Stakes at Leopardstown last time out, the Aidan O'Brien-trained Camelot colt - who was already favourite for the Derby - showed he has both pace and stamina.