Zoffee gained the Chester Cup to offer Cheshire-based coach Hugo Palmer a primary victory within the race on its two hundredth anniversary.
The 9-1 shot below Harry Davies got here on strongly on the finish of the 2m 2f 140y journey to edge out Emiyn and Zanndabad whereas 4-1 favorite Aztec Empire completed fourth.
Palmer operates out of Manor Home Stables in Malpas, Cheshire which is co-owned by former Liverpool and Manchester United striker Michael Owen.
“It’s just about a lifelong dream to win that race and he got here second final yr,” mentioned Owen.
“I mentioned earlier within the week I believe we’d win the massive one. He all the time seems the half and he’s a stunning, pretty horse.”
Zoffee – owned by Alan Peterson – was runner-up to Metier in final yr’s race however the eight-year-old went one higher this time.
“Harry gave him an exquisite trip. To win this huge race for us I’m completely delighted,” Palmer instructed ITV Racing.
“It’s huge on this a part of the world and to have a 3, two and one within the final three years may be very thrilling.”
Davies, 19, added: “For the yard, that is the race they wish to win yearly. He liked the bottom and travelled supremely effectively.
“Hugo has been a supporter of mine since I used to be a toddler, so it is implausible to do it for him as we speak.”