ROBERT (CHOC) THORNTON
Racing/Stud manager
Royal Charter Makes A Winning Debut 24/06/22
Royal Charter (Expert Eye x Queens Charter) made the perfect start at Newmarket this evening by winning the British Stallion Studs EBF Maiden Fillies’ Stakes by a head from Love Affairs who ironically is owned by Her Majesty The Queen. Our filly was a first 2yo winner of the season for AppleTree and for William Haggas. Royal Charter was given a lovely introduction by Steve Donohoe, being a little slow away she then ran keen before being green mid race. Approaching the final 1 1/2 furlongs the penny drop she ran out possible value for more than the head she won by. Steve was very sympathetic under a strong hands and heals drive before waving the stick at her from a 1/2 a furlong out to get the job done. The filly was not touch and we hope there is lots more to come from her. Royal Charter came out of the race very well and we will be guide by William as to where we go next.
Royal Charter at Arqana sales