Epsom Oaks: Minnie Hauk Wins – 2024 Result
Minnie Hauk has clinched victory in the Epsom Oaks! Jockey Ryan Moore guided the aidan O’Brien-trained filly to a stunning win, delivering O’brien his 11th Oaks title. The race saw Minnie Hauk, a 9-2 underdog, outpace stablemate Whirl, leaving Desert Flower, the pre-race favorite, trailing in third.The unique Epsom track proved challenging, with Desert Flower struggling to find her stride. This triumph is a monumental achievement for O’Brien, marking his 46th British Classic win.News Directory 3 has the scoop on all the key moments. What’s next for these top fillies and the Derby contenders? Discover what’s next as we look towards the upcoming races!
Minnie Hauk Wins Oaks at Epsom for Aidan O’Brien
Updated June 06, 2025
Minnie Hauk, with Ryan Moore aboard, surged to victory in the Oaks at epsom, leading a one-two finish for Irish trainer Aidan O’Brien. The 9-2 shot edged out stablemate Whirl, while previously undefeated favorite Desert Flower finished third in the fillies’ race.
The victory marked O’Brien’s 11th in the Oaks and a record-extending 46th British Classic. O’Brien lauded Minnie Hauk as a ”very exciting filly” who is still developing and will improve with more races.
Desert Flower faced early pressure, seemingly struggling with the unique, undulating Epsom track. Minnie Hauk, named after an American opera singer and winner of the Cheshire Oaks, ultimately overtook Whirl in the final furlong to win by a neck.
“Whirl came back and my filly found a little bit more. I think she’ll improve for the experiance and as far as three-year-old fillies go, she’s very good,” said Moore, celebrating his fifth Oaks victory.
Charlie Appleby, trainer of Desert Flower, noted that his horse appeared unbalanced on the downhill section and suggested she would perform better on a more conventional course. Appleby also mentioned his intention to enter Ruling Court in the Derby, contingent on favorable ground conditions.
What’s next
O’Brien is set to saddle Delacroix, also ridden by Moore, along with The Lion In Winter and Lambourn, in the upcoming derby, aiming for his 11th victory in that prestigious race.