[2] He was bred by Queen Elizabeth II as part of her breeding programmes.

[4] He was formerly owned by the Queen until her death in 2022, when he was inherited by King Charles III.

[8] Desert Hero followed this up with a win in the Gordon Stakes at Glorious Goodwood.

[9] Desert Hero later raced in the St Leger Stakes at Doncaster Racecourse, being watched by King Charles and Queen Camilla but only finished third.

[12] In his 2024 season, Desert Hero did not win a race but finished second in the Gordon Richards Stakes.