William Buick and Hugh Anderson full of praise for Charlie Appleby

Godolphin jockey William Buick and Managing Director Hugh Anderson lauded the achievements of Charlie Appleby after he was crowned Champion UK Flat Trainer for the first time.

Buick played a pivotal role during an outstanding 2021 for Moulton Paddocks, partnering four of the stable’s five G1 winners in the UK including Adayar’s historic success in the King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes and Hurricane Lane’s Classic victory in the St Leger.

The rider, who finished two wins behind Oisin Murphy following a titanic battle for the UK jockeys’ championship, was also honoured at the Horserace Writers Association Derby Awards as he was named Flat Jockey of the Year.

William Buick said: “It is a fantastic achievement for Charlie and very well deserved. I feel very privileged to be working so closely with him and the great team at Moulton Paddocks and Godolphin. Charlie’s management of his horses and team has been a pleasure to witness and his CV as a young trainer is outstanding. Many congratulations Charlie.”

Hugh Anderson, Managing Director at Godolphin (UK and Dubai), added: “Everyone at Godolphin is delighted for Charlie and very proud of his success this season. It has been a superb year for Godolphin and he has led the charge with his handling of superstars like Adayar, Hurricane Lane and Native Trail as well as his exceptional campaigning across the Atlantic and elsewhere.

“He fully deserves the accolade of Champion Trainer and now joins the greats of the sport. We couldn’t be happier for him and his whole team.”