Jockey Trafford Vella holds aloft the trophy after winning the Remax Malta-sponsored Mediterranean Derby at Marsa Racecourse recently. The trophy was originally commissioned in 1857 as a prize for the winner of the 1858 Ascot Cup. Also seen are (from left) Sarah Clews, owner of the winning horse, Malta Racing Club president Matthew Brincat and Remax Malta regional director Jeff Buttigieg.