Aidan O’Brien looks to have unearthed another top-class colt after The Lion In Winter made virtually all of the running to claim the Group 3 Acomb Stakes at York on Wednesday.

Charlie Appleby's Ruling Court will look to enhance his place at the top of next year's Epsom Derby ante-post market in the Group 3 Acomb Stakes at York on Wednesday.

Charlie Appleby’s Ruling Court will look to enhance his place at the top of next year’s Epsom Derby ante-post market in the Group 3 Acomb Stakes at York on Wednesday.

Charlie Appleby's expensive purchase created a big impression when making a winning debut at Sandown on Thursday afternoon.

Charlie Appleby’s expensive purchase created a big impression when making a winning debut at Sandown on Thursday afternoon.