Tax Free strikes it rich

14th win for seven-year-old

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Tax Free survived a lengthy stewards' inquiry as he landed the biggest triumph of his career in battling back to win the Prix du Gros-Chene at Chantilly.

David Nicholls' seven-year-old, a close third behind Utmost Respect in the Duke Of York Stakes on his last start, was always near the fast early pace set by Benbaun.

He took up the running a furlong out but Italian challenger Black Mambazo came with a late run and headed the British raider.

However, Tax Free is as game as they come and responded in kind for Adrian Nicholls to win for the 14th time.

Marchand D'Or and Equiano were first and second in the race last year but filled the last two places this time.

The winner was cut to 10-1 from 16s by Sky Bet for the King's Stand Stakes at Royal Ascot.