The unraced neddy Johnnie Roucke was responsible for the fastest trial today at Belmont. Ridden by Jason Brown the son of Scenic won in a canter.

Other notable performances included the unraced 2YO Oroya Gold (trained by Danny Morton), handy country class stallion Master Vision and the above average Volition whose last win was the listed Belmont Guineas in June last year.

Elsie The Eagle was not extended same heat to run a close 2nd to Volition. Elsie The Eagle had to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards following her late withdrawal at the barrier at Ascot Jan 21.