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The winning post is within touching distance but the titanic tussle between Oisin Murphy and William Buick to be crowned champion Flat jockey on British Champions Day at Ascot tomorrow is heading for a photo-finish.
Both riders head to Haydock on Friday afternoon separated by only two wins after Buick (149 winners) rode Typical Women to victory at Chelmsford on Thursday night and Murphy (151) replied with success on Notions.
It leaves Murphy, who walked away unscathed after Discover Dubai fell heavily on the home turn in the fourth race, still in pole position.
The titanic tussle between Oisin Murphy and William Buick is heading for a photo-finish
It could be a pivotal afternoon at Haydock. On paper, Buick has the better chances and he could even get a helping hand from the Queen who owns Dukedom, his mount who is favourite for the 4.40pm.
Murphy may have to wait until the final race for his best chance on soft-ground loving Whitehaven.
It was also a major boost for Buick when his Charlie Appleby-trained Derby winner Adayar was declared for Saturday’s Champion Stakes at Ascot.
However, Friday's results are likely to decide the