June 16, 2006 - GOODWOOD, Race , Mdn, GBP £7,250, 6f, 6.1500, gd
Divine Right (GB), F, 2006, by Observatory
1st Dam: Grail, by Quest for Fame (GB)
2nd Dam: Skiable (Ire), by Niniski
3rd Dam: Kerali (GB), by High Line (GB)
Owner: F C T Wilson
Breeder: Countess de la Warr
Trainer: Brian Meehan
Divine Right, a 100,000gns TATOCT yearling, emerged from Manton with a reputation and was duly sent off the 7-2 choice. Breaking well and showing early speed to race prominently, she took command at halfway and, despite jockey Jimmy Fortune dropping his whip in the closing stages, drew away to record a convincing 3½-length success from Novista (Ire) (Anabaa Blue {GB}). "She's a very nice filly and is terribly laid-back, but is always willing to please," trainer Brian Meehan said. "She was just idling a little bit and is very professional." Lifetime Record: 1-1-0-0, £4,695.