Secreto, trained by David O'Brien, just beats El Gran Senor, trained by David's father Vincent O'Brien, to win the Derby at Epsom. Des Scahill commentates on this Secreto victory.

El Gran Senor had been the favourite to win the race but was pipped at the post by Secreto. The Irish-trained colt was ridden by Christy Roche and trained by David O'Brien.

This Epsom Derby Special was broadcast on 6 June 1984.

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