In pictures: Rock of Gibraltar's career

Rock Of Gibraltar gives Mick Kinane an armchair ride in the Grand Criterium in 2001 - his first Group One victory

The Rock leaves it late to claim the Dewhurst Stakes at Newmarket but bookmakers remain unconvinced

Aidan O'Brien's colt proves the doubters wrong, defeating Hawk Wing to land the 2,000 Guineas

Part-owner Sir Alex Ferguson and jockey Mick Kinane reflect on a easy win in the Irish 2,000 Guineas

Victory at the St James' Palace Stakes is Rock of Gibraltar's fifth straight Group One triumph

The three-year-old's win at the Sussex Stakes equals Mill Reef's record of six consecutive Group One wins

Success again in France for the Rock, cruising to victory in the 2002 Prix du Moulin at Longchamp

Rock of Gibraltar's unbeaten record is ended by Domedriver in the Breeders' Cup Mile at Arlington Park