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Can the horse that no one wanted win the Derby? Willie Muir is dreaming of Pyledriver glory

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Can the horse that no one wanted win the Derby? Willie Muir is dreaming of Pyledriver glory

Pyledriver is the first Derby runner Willie Muir has had in his 30-year training career. Pyled River won the King Edward VII Stakes at Royal Ascot. The colt was 50-1 to win the race on his Salisbury debut. He has been trained by Muirs in Lambourn since he was a foal. Pylerriver's sire is Harbour Watch, who retired from breeding in 2017. His dam La Pyle was bought with a hurdling career in mind. She was beaten 74 lengths at Fontwell. Her stamina and speed have proved a potent combination.

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