James Doyle will miss the final two days of York's Ebor Festival after being diagnosed with a viral infection.
The retained rider for big-spending owners Wathnan Racing, Doyle wasn't in action on Thursday but was declared for French Duke in Friday's opener as well as five Saturday mounts including King's Gambit and recent Goodwood winner Seagulls Eleven.
However, the 37-year-old posted a statement to X which read: "I have unfortunately been stood down from my intended rides at York today and tomorrow.
"I felt unwell during racing on Wednesday, underwent tests yesterday and have been diagnosed with a viral infection.
"I have been prescribed antibiotics and have been advised to rest for a few days.
"It's hugely disappointing to be missing important rides, but I wish the team well and look forward to being back in action shortly."
Danny Tudhope rides Night Raider for Wathnan in Friday's feature Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe Stakes, while Rab Havlin comes in for the ride on top weight French Master in Saturday's Sky Bet Ebor.
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