BLACK Bear Island eged out stable companion Freemantle to win the Group 2 totesport.com Dante Stakes at York Racecourse.
The 12-1 shot prevailed in a thrilling finish to land the spoils for Irish trainer Aidan O'Brien.
But Crowded House, ridden by Jamie Spencer, disappointed and was never in the frame.
* For full story and reaction, see The Press tomorrow.
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