Orthodox and jockey Rossa Ryan surged clear of their rivals to claim the June 20 Norfolk Stakes (G2) at Royal Ascot, which was set up for a closer by three pacy fillies trained by Wesley Ward. 

In this week’s On Racing: While the 3-year-old Derby scene takes much of the spotlight, those of us who appreciate racehorses in for the long haul have been treated to memorable performances by two of the best in the last few days.

Prominent owner/breeder Frank Stronach was found guilty on charges of indecent assault and sexual assault June 19 by Ontario (Canada) Superior Court Justice Anne Molloy, according to the Toronto Sun.

Following the fire June 16 at Saratoga Casino Hotel, a New York State Gaming Commission panel is reviewing the circumstances, as well as all fire prevention and suppression infrastructure at horse barns at the 11 racetracks located in New York State.

Cambridge Stud will bid for a second win in the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes (G1) when its star mare Joliestar lines up as favorite in the June 20 Royal Ascot feature.

Wesley Ward marked his return to Royal Ascot with a brilliant winner in Bacio June 19. Now he runs three in the 5-furlong Norfolk Stakes (G2) for 2-year-olds June 20 at Ascot Racecourse.

Social Inclusion, the grade 1-placed son of Pioneerof the Nile, is returning to Pennsylvania to stand stud in 2027. He will relocate to Bonner Hill Farms near Littlestown, Pa., said Bonner Hill Farms owner Cristina Holmes. 

United States-based sprinter Bacio blitzes home well ahead of his 26 rivals in the concluding race June 19 at the Royal Ascot meeting, a handicap referred to as the “Palace of Holyroodhouse.”

Precise, the 1-2 favorite, confirmed her status as a potential champion 3-year-old filly with a sparkling success under Ryan Moore in the Coronation Stakes (G1) June 19 at the Royal Ascot meeting.

Venetian Sun, the week’s buzz horse for many horseplayers, justified the confidence by landing the Commonwealth Cup Stakes (G1) as the 11-8 favorite.