Midday was Cecil's only runner at Churchill Downs

Newmarket trainer Henry Cecil has yet to plot his next move for Midday after her defeat at the Breeders' Cup meeting in the United States last week.

The four-year-old failed to retain the Filly & Mare Turf title she won last year, losing out to Shared Account.

Cecil told his website: "She got a couple of nasty bumps, but still rallied to only go down by a neck.

"She seems fine, although a little tired. No decision regarding her future will be made at this stage."

Midday's second place finish in Kentucky is a minor disappointment at the end of a 2010 season that has seen her win three Group One races.

"She ran a very game race at Churchill Downs, considering the tight track, firm ground, and the fact they didn't go a great gallop and it turned into a bit of a sprint," Cecil added.

"I really do not like making excuses as it was the same for all the field and she did not disgrace herself in any way."

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