Eagles heading for Irish Derby

Aidan O'Brien says Wings Of Eagles is likely to lead a five-strong contingent for his stable in Saturday's Irish .

The Investec Derby winner will be looking to claim his second of the season at the as O'Brien seeks to continue his domination of the Flat campaign having been crowned top trainer at Royal last week.

looks set to take the ride on Wings Of Eagles, rather than Padraig Beggy, who was on board for his shock victory at .

Stablemates Capri, Douglas Macarthur, Venice Beach and The Anvil are likely to line-up at the Curragh as well, but Cliffs Of Moher will miss out as O'Brien targets the three-year-old colt at the Stakes at .

Discussing his plans for the Irish Derby, O'Brien said: “Cliffs Of Moher is being aimed at the Eclipse but that's what we'd be thinking during the week if everything is ok with them. We will find out what we want to run first before we decide what will happen, but Ryan always rides our first strings.”

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