Favourite Rebel's Romance claimed victory in the 2025 Yorkshire Cup by a head, narrowly defeating Epic Poet in a thrilling finish. The Charlie Appleby-trained seven-year-old, who started as the 11-10 favourite, faced a challenging race where all five runners were in contention until the final moments.

Under bright sunshine and good conditions, the pace of the one mile, six furlong race was slow until the final bend. Rebel's Romance positioned second, with jockey William Buick strategically moving to the far side of the course to create space for the final sprint. The field spread across the track, virtually level as they charged towards the finish line.

In a dramatic conclusion, Rebel's Romance edged out Epic Poet (7-1), with Sweet William (10-3) securing third place. The margin between all runners at the finish was less than two lengths, highlighting the intense competition.

William Buick commented on the race, stating, "It was a very slow pace. He's top class, a dream to ride. Nothing suited him there - it was a messy pace. But he's a dream horse."

This victory marks another significant achievement for Rebel's Romance, further cementing his status as a top-class competitor in the horse racing world.