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Darwin plan

Darwin seen here beating Russian Soul at FairyhouseDarwin seen here beating Russian Soul at Fairyhouse
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Darwin could return to Goodwood later this month for the Molson Coors Celebration Mile following his fine effort in defeat in the Sussex Stakes.

Aidan O'Brien's charge cut out the early pace in Wednesday's four-runner Group One before eventually finishing third behind Kingman and Toronado.

Beaten just over a length in a tactical race, Darwin's performance gave O'Brien plenty of encouragement and he is now eyeing a crack at the Group Two on August 23.

The Ballydoyle handler said: "He loves fast ground. This is the first time he's ever got that ground. I couldn't be happier with him. We always thought he was a smart horse.

"He could go back for something like the Celebration Mile, something like that."