Bacio wins Nunthorpe Stakes at York with Juan Hernandez aboard

Jockey Juan Hernandez sprinted to Heathrow after securing a decisive victory in the Nunthorpe Stakes, where Bacio—whose name means “kiss” in Italian—took the five‑furlong race by a comfortable margin. The front‑running colt, described as headstrong and belligerent before the start, ran without opposition, winning by one and a quarter lengths in a performance that mirrored his win at Royal Ascot in June.

Hernandez, who had a flight to catch later that day, had already arranged rides in California for Saturday afternoon. With the race finished in under a minute, he and Bacio made a rapid exit, ensuring the jockey would arrive at the airport on schedule. The pair’s swift departure underscored the tight timetable that accompanies top‑class racing commitments.

The Nunthorpe win adds another high‑profile success to Bacio’s record, while Hernandez’s efficient turnaround highlights the logistical demands faced by international jockeys who balance racing schedules with travel obligations.