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denphone 16-04-2014 06:10
Re: Horse Racing
 
Bobs Worth unlikely for Punchestown.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Tue

Quote:
Nicky Henderson has firmed up some of his options for Punchestown but Bobs Worth is highly unlikely to be among his team.

The Seven Barrows handler expects to take about 10 of his string over for the Festival but it will be Long Run, a faller in the Grand National, and not the 2013 Gold Cup winner who will be his representative in the Bibby Financial Services Ireland Punchestown Gold Cup.

denphone 16-04-2014 16:09
Re: Horse Racing
 
Kiyoshi pleases in Newmarket spin.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Wed

denphone 16-04-2014 18:59
Re: Horse Racing
 
Sandiva strikes for Dettori.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Sandiva laid down her Classic credentials in the Lanwades Stud Nell Gwyn Stakes at Newmarket.

The daughter of Footstepsinthesand was positioned in midfield under a confident Frankie Dettori ride and had too much class for Euro Charline and Godolphin's well-supported Majeyda when push came to shove.
True class tells at Newmarket.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
True Story looked every inch a horse with a bright future when landing the Listed ebm-papst Feilden Stakes at Newmarket in good style.

Saeed bin Suroor's Manduro colt arrived at HQ boasting fancy entries in the Qipco 2000 Guineas, the Betfred Dante Stakes and the Investec Derby and could hardly have been more impressive in beating the well-touted Obliterator by seven lengths.

denphone 17-04-2014 07:27
Re: Horse Racing
 
Power runs Free at Newmarket.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Shifting Power had to pull out all the stops to justify 13-8 favouritism in the Listed CSP European Free Handicap at Newmarket.

Ryan Moore was at his action-packed best on the unbeaten colt and he rallied well to get back up by a head from Mushir.

denphone 17-04-2014 10:32
Re: Horse Racing
 
Kingman well-being delights Gosden.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Thu

denphone 17-04-2014 18:12
Re: Horse Racing
 
Toormore claims Craven.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Thu

Quote:
Toormore extended his unbeaten record to four with victory in the Novae Bloodstock Insurance Craven Stakes at Newmarket.

Richard Hannon's colt, champion two-year-old last season, was carrying a 3lb penalty for his Group One success in the National Stakes and was handy throughout under Ryan Moore.

The Grey Gatsby kept him company up front and was his only serious challenger inside the final furlong, but connections will have been pleased with the way he knuckled down close home to win by two lengths as the even-money favourite

denphone 18-04-2014 07:16
Re: Horse Racing
 
Wonder-ful double for Godolphin.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Thu

Quote:
Godolphin's great start to the season continued as Sudden Wonder edged out Observational in Newmarket's £200,000 Tattersalls Millions 3-Y-O Trophy.

Trainer Charlie Appleby won two similar contests last season with Wedding Ring, and Sudden Wonder brought some smart maiden form to the table having raced against fellow Godolphin inmates Outstrip and Pinzolo.

denphone 18-04-2014 14:21
Re: Horse Racing
 
Ready to undergo heart scan.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Fri

Quote:
Godolphin have reported Be Ready was suffering from an "atrial fibrillation" when he flopped as second-favourite in the Craven Stakes at Newmarket on Thursday.

The colt was having just his third run having shown smart form as a juvenile and trainer Saeed bin Suroor had spoken of him in glowing terms in recent weeks.

denphone 18-04-2014 17:00
Re: Horse Racing
 
Jockey Club sees profit jump 11% to record level.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-27057933

denphone 18-04-2014 19:17
Re: Horse Racing
 
Classic redemption for Grandeur.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Fri

Quote:
Grandeur atoned for his expensive defeat in the Winter Derby by claiming the Coral Easter Classic All-Weather Middle Distance Championships Conditions Stakes at Lingfield in the final stride.

Ryan Moore had Jeremy Noseda's grey in the perfect position throughout, but for much of the home straight it appeared that he could not quite catch John Gosden's Dick Doughtywylie.

denphone 19-04-2014 07:12
Re: Horse Racing
 
Guineas hope Ertijaal delivers.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Fri

Quote:
Ertijaal continued his progression when winning the 32Red All-Weather 3 Year Old Championships Conditions Stakes at Lingfield - but he was made to work pretty hard by Passing Star.

From his draw in stall four Paul Hanagan was keen to have the 4-5 favourite handy, and the William Haggas-trained colt sat in fourth or fifth in the early stages.

denphone 19-04-2014 16:25
Re: Horse Racing
 
Zurigha blossoms in Snowdrop.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Sat

denphone 19-04-2014 18:27
Re: Horse Racing
 
Rebel all set for big Powers test.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Sat

Quote:
Michael Winters is hoping Rebel Fitz can blossom on the big stage over fences when he tackles the Grade One Powers Gold Cup at Fairyhouse on Sunday.

The Cork handler has always felt the nine-year-old would come into his own over the larger obstacles and he enjoyed a fine campaign last summer with five wins on the bounce

denphone 21-04-2014 07:34
Re: Horse Racing
 
Fitz powers home at Fairyhouse.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Mon

Quote:
Rebel Fitz is set for a busy summer after capitalising on Ballycasey's fall to lift the Powers Gold Cup at Fairyhouse.

A mixed bag such as the Grimes Hurdle at Tipperary in July and the Galway Plate over fences two weeks later could be on the cards for the versatile and talented nine-year-old.

denphone 21-04-2014 15:29
Re: Horse Racing
 
Guineas still on Berkshire radar.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Mon

denphone 21-04-2014 18:57
Re: Horse Racing
 
Door bags National glory.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Mon

Quote:
Jonjo O'Neill won the Boylesports Irish Grand National for the second time in eight years as the well-backed 8-1 favourite Shutthefrontdoor prevailed in a thrilling finish at Fairyhouse.

It was the first time Barry Geraghty had managed to get his hands on the famous prize, and he was close to the pace and travelling well in the JP McManus colours for most of the three miles and five furlongs.

But the Dessie Hughes-trained Golden Wonder made an attempt to slip the field on the home turn and it was only on the short run-in that Shutthefrontdoor poked his head in front as Golden Wonder settled for second, just ahead of Saoirse Dun and Jamsie Hall.

denphone 22-04-2014 07:01
Re: Horse Racing
 
Julian Wilson: BBC broadcaster dies following illness.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/horse-racing/27103241

denphone 22-04-2014 13:46
Re: Horse Racing
 
Rizeena thrills Brittain on gallops.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Tue

Quote:
Rizeena had her trainer Clive Brittain purring with enthusiasm after she turned in an electric workout on the Newmarket gallops as part of her preparation for the Qipco 1000 Guineas.

The ante-post favourite for the fillies' Classic delighted all onlookers as pilot Ryan Moore partnered her over a mile on the Al Bahathri Polytrack on Tuesday morning, accompanied by her regular work companion, Afkar.

denphone 22-04-2014 18:29
Re: Horse Racing
 
Hannon triple-handed in Guineas.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Tue

Quote:
Richard Hannon has confirmed he will be triple-handed in his bid to train a Classic winner in his own right at the first attempt with Night Of Thunder and Shifting Power joining leading light Toormore in the Qipco 2000 Guineas.

While success at the highest level is nothing new for a man who assisted his father Richard to three of the last four British titles, there is still high expectation ahead of the showdown with Kingman and Australia at Newmarket on May 3.

denphone 23-04-2014 06:18
Re: Horse Racing
 
Exciting Bunker given Dante date.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Tue

Quote:
Bunker will test his credibility as a possible Investec Derby contender in the Betfred Dante Stakes at York on May 15.

As he is owned in partnership by Al Shaqab Racing, the Hurricane Run colt is a major ride for Frankie Dettori, who helped him to beat subsequent Prix Jean Luc Lagardere winner Karakontie in a Listed race at Deauville last August.

denphone 23-04-2014 14:58
Re: Horse Racing
 
Mullins drops Vautour Champion hint.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Willie Mullins has given the clearest indication yet that brilliant Supreme Novices' Hurdle winner Vautour could be campaigned with a potential Champion Hurdle tilt in mind next season.

The five-year-old produced a dominant front-running display in the Cheltenham Festival curtain-raiser last month, after which connections appeared to be favouring sending the youngster over fences next term.

denphone 23-04-2014 17:35
Re: Horse Racing
 
Big guns remain in Guineas frame.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Kingman and Toormore are among 27 horses in contention for the Qipco 2000 Guineas at Newmarket on Saturday week following the latest forfeit stage.

The John Gosden-trained Kingman rocketed to the top of ante-posts lists following a breathtaking display in the Greenham Stakes at Newbury, while Richard Hannon's Toormore is also unbeaten following a determined effort in Newmarket's Craven.

denphone 23-04-2014 19:40
Re: Horse Racing
 
Balder to take novice test.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Wed

denphone 24-04-2014 07:53
Re: Horse Racing
 
Treve among stellar Ascot entries.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe heroine Treve is the star name among an exciting list of international entries for the seven Group One races at Royal Ascot.

Criquette Head-Maarek's filly was a brilliant winner of Europe's premier middle-distance prize at Longchamp in October and is due to make her eagerly anticipated return in the Prix Ganay in Paris later this week.

Assuming all goes well, she is expected to head for the Prince of Wales's Stakes at the Royal meeting in June.

denphone 25-04-2014 07:28
Re: Horse Racing
 
Tonto strives for Sandown scalp.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Thu

Quote:
Trainer Brian Ellison has warned stable star Top Notch Tonto is not yet at the peak of his powers as he prepares to make his seasonal reappearance in the bet365 Mile at Sandown on Friday.

The four-year-old did not join Ellison until the middle of last season, having previously been trained by Ian McInnes, but made a winning debut for the Norton-based handler in a Newmarket handicap at the end of July.

denphone 25-04-2014 18:51
Re: Horse Racing
 
Hymn is simply divine.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Fri

Quote:
Western Hymn stretched his 100 per cent record to three as he successfully stepped up to Group Three company in the bet365 Classic Trial at Sandown.

Sent off the 1-2 favourite after an impressive victory at Newbury on his seasonal bow, John Gosden's colt was held up in the early stages as Red Galileo and Automated made the running on the rain-softened ground.

denphone 26-04-2014 06:57
Re: Horse Racing
 
Kingman set for weekend spin.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Fri

Quote:
Ante-post favourite Kingman will be put through his paces this weekend ahead of the Qipco 2000 Guineas at Newmarket next Saturday.

Trainer John Gosden reported the unbeaten Greenham Stakes winner to have pleased in a spin at the beginning of the week and while the Newmarket handler would appreciate some rain for the Khalid Abdullah-owned colt, he hopes it will not be too testing.

denphone 26-04-2014 17:17
Re: Horse Racing
 
Celebration for Grugy team.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Sat

Quote:
Sire De Grugy brought his spectacular season to a fitting end with another impressive victory in the bet365 Celebration Chase at Sandown.

In the absence of sidelined superstar Sprinter Sacre, Gary Moore's charge has been the undoubted king of the two-mile chasing division this season and returned to defend his Celebration Chase crown having won five of his previous six starts this season.

denphone 27-04-2014 07:37
Re: Horse Racing
 
Hadrian's hits Gold target.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...target&day=Sat

Quote:
Hadrian's Approach mowed down Burton Port to claim a thrilling renewal of the bet365 Gold Cup at Sandown.

The dangerously well-handicapped Burton Port travelled really well in the hands of Tony McCoy, carting the champion jockey to the lead down the back straight while most of his opponents were being ridden along, and he was still hard on the bridle rounding the home turn.

But 10-1 shot Hadrian's Approach emerged as a serious threat at the final fence and after a titanic tussle up the hill, Nicky Henderson's charge saw out the three miles and five furlongs best under Barry Geraghty to claim the traditional end-of-season highlight by three-quarters of a length.

denphone 27-04-2014 14:29
Re: Horse Racing
 
Exciting options for Tullius.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Sun

denphone 28-04-2014 07:41
Re: Horse Racing
 
Treve suffers Ganay reverse.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Mon

Quote:
Arc heroine Treve suffered the first defeat of her career when she was outbattled by the top-class veteran Cirrus Des Aigles in the Prix Ganay at Longchamp.

The two principals fought out a tremendous finish through the final furlong and though Treve got her head in front, Cirrus Des Aigles got up in the final strides to strike by a short neck for trainer Corine Barande-Barbe and jockey Christophe Soumillon.

denphone 28-04-2014 18:08
Re: Horse Racing
 
King-maker Doyle eager for weekend.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Mon

Quote:
James Doyle has his best ever chance of landing his first British Classic on Saturday with the ride on Kingman in the Qipco 2000 Guineas at Newmarket.

The John Gosden-trained colt was imperious in slamming a strong field in the Greenham at Newbury and is a short price to win the opening Classic of the season.

denphone 29-04-2014 07:24
Re: Horse Racing
 
Rizeena spearheads Guineas charge.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Mon

Quote:
Ante-post favourite Rizeena heads a list of 26 possibles for Sunday's Qipco 1000 Guineas at Newmarket.

Clive Brittain's charge has been among the leading lights for the Classic following a juvenile season that saw her win the Moyglare Stud Stakes and finish second in the Fillies' Mile.

denphone 29-04-2014 13:57
Re: Horse Racing
 
Nicholls calls on Twiston-Davies.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Tue

Quote:
Sam Twiston-Davies is to replace Daryl Jacob as stable jockey to champion trainer Paul Nicholls next season.

Announcing the news in his Betfair column, Nicholls said there had been "no falling out" with Jacob, who is currently sidelined with an injury suffered in a freak accident at the Cheltenham Festival.

denphone 29-04-2014 19:01
Re: Horse Racing
 
Godolphin star Be Ready could yet make French 2000 Guineas.

http://www1.skysports.com/news/465/9...medium=twitter

Quote:
Be Ready is back in training, with the French 2000 Guineas nominated as a possible target.

The colt was a huge disappointment in the Craven Stakes, but it was subsequently discovered he was suffering from a fibrillating heart, a condition similar to that which kept Sprinter Sacre on the sidelines.

denphone 30-04-2014 06:01
Re: Horse Racing
 
Super Sizing proves champion again.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Tue

Quote:
Sizing Europe rolled back the years as the veteran won the Boylesports.com Champion Chase for a second time at Punchestown.

The 12-year-old was always travelling well and looked to have lost none of his enthusiasm or talent as he repeated his 2012 success in this race, registering an eighth win at the highest level for his trainer Henry de Bromhead.
Faugheen demolishes his rivals.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Faugheen took the drop back in distance in his stride as he made all the running and demolished the opposition in the Herald Champion Novice Hurdle at Punchestown.

Tackling two miles for the first time over timber, the unbeaten Willie Mullins-trained six-year-old jumped much better than he did when winning the Neptune Investment Management Novices' Hurdle at Cheltenham.

denphone 30-04-2014 15:45
Re: Horse Racing
 
Sacre set for Tingle return.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Wed

denphone 30-04-2014 19:07
Re: Horse Racing
 
Brave Bob is all Gold.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Boston Bob stormed home in the hands of Ruby Walsh to claim victory in the Bibby Financial Services Ireland Punchestown Gold Cup.

An impressive winner of the Melling Chase at Aintree three and a half weeks ago, the Willie Mullins-trained nine-year-old was the 5-2 favourite to claim another Grade One prize as he stepped back up in trip.

denphone 01-05-2014 07:20
Re: Horse Racing
 
Beat That shows guts for Geraghty.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Nicky Henderson's British raider Beat That fended off the challenge of Don Poli in a pulsating climax to the Irish Daily Mirror Novice Hurdle at Punchestown.

Beat That was all the rage for the three-mile Grade One as the 11-8 favourite following an impressive victory at Aintree. Barry Geraghty cut a confident figure in the saddle rounding the home turn, with Ruby Walsh far more animated aboard the Willie Mullins-trained Don Poli.

However, the latter dug deep for pressure and there was almost nothing to chose between the pair jumping the final flight. The duo settled down for a thrilling tussle and it was Beat That who won the argument by three-quarters of a length.

denphone 01-05-2014 12:33
Re: Horse Racing
 
Tac De Boistron destroys his rivals.

http://www.sportinglife.com/racing/r...-a-winning-tac

denphone 01-05-2014 19:36
Re: Horse Racing
 
Jetson springs a surprise in the Ladbrokes World Series Hurdle.

http://www.sportinglife.com/racing/r...nquers-quevega

Quote:
Willie Mullins' star mare had won the last four renewals of this Grade One contest and hadn't been beaten since 2009 but had to settle for second behind the Jessica Harrington-trained outsider.

Although a consistent handicapper over staying trips, Jetson appeared to have his work cut out stepped up to Grade One level and was a 20-1 shot.

denphone 02-05-2014 07:09
Re: Horse Racing
 
Red-hot Geraghty out on his Own.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Fri

Quote:
God's Own came with a withering late run in the hands of Barry Geraghty to spring a huge surprise in the Ryanair Novice Chase at Punchestown.
Titania ruled out of Newmarket.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Fri

Quote:
My Titania is likely to be aimed towards the Etihad Airways Irish 1,000 Guineas at the Curragh later this month after trainer John Oxx was forced to rule out an intended trip to Newmarket this weekend.

The three-year-old has plenty to live up to as a daughter of Sea The Stars, whose victory for Oxx in the 2000 Guineas four years ago kicked off an incredible three-year-old campaign in which he won six Group Ones in as many months, including the Investec Derby and the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe.

denphone 02-05-2014 13:26
Re: Horse Racing
 
Gosden taking measured approach.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Fri

Quote:
John Gosden is keen to keep a lid on the huge expectation surrounding Kingman as the exciting colt prepares to put his unbeaten record and huge reputation on the line in the Qipco 2000 Guineas at Newmarket on Saturday.

The son of Invincible Spirit created a massive impression when winning a Newmarket maiden and Sandown's Solario Stakes last summer, but missed the backend of the campaign after having to have a chip in a joint surgically removed.

denphone 02-05-2014 19:13
Re: Horse Racing
 
Jezki proves the real deal.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Fri

Quote:
Jezki stamped his authority on the Racing Post Champion Hurdle at Punchestown to confirm his Cheltenham superiority over Hurricane Fly.

With only three runners going to post it was inevitably a tactical battle, with Tony McCoy setting a sedate pace on Jezki, tracked by Hurricane Fly, with the eventual winner's stable companion Steps To Freedom in third place

denphone 03-05-2014 07:34
Re: Horse Racing
 
Vautour gets the job done.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Sat

Quote:
Vautour replicated stablemate Faugheen by following up a Cheltenham Festival win at the Punchestown meeting in the Tattersalls Ireland Champion Novice Hurdle.

However, it lacked the fireworks of Faugheen's display earlier in the week as the talented five-year-old, winner of the Supreme Novices' Hurdle at Prestbury Park, stepped up to two and a half miles for the first time and led all the way.

denphone 03-05-2014 13:00
Re: Horse Racing
 
'No pressure' on Toormore team.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e+team&day=Sat

Quote:
Middleham Park racing manager Tim Palin insists the team are not feeling any pressure ahead of Toormore's bid for Classic glory in the Qipco 2000 Guineas this afternoon.

The Richard Hannon-trained Arakan colt was champion two-year-old after winning each of his three starts last year, completing his hat-trick with a brilliant display in the National Stakes at the Curragh in September.

denphone 04-05-2014 07:34
Re: Horse Racing
 
Thunder springs Guineas shock.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Sun

Quote:
Silence fell upon Newmarket as 40-1 chance Night Of Thunder stormed to victory in the Qipco 2000 Guineas in between the two horses most people believed would be winning the season's first Classic.

Two separate races took place across the wide expanse of the Rowley Mile, with 6-4 favourite Kingman ending with clear superiority on the far rail, while Aidan O'Brien's Australia, next best in the betting at 5-2, finished purposefully close to the stands.

Night Of Thunder actually began challenging next to Kingman and ended up on Australia's shoulder as he swerved dramatically across the track, but he was still able to hand Richard Hannon an unexpected Classic at his first attempt, under renowned jockey Kieren Fallon.

denphone 04-05-2014 13:04
Re: Horse Racing
 
Sole switches on the power.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Sun

Quote:
Sole Power recorded back-to-back-victories in the Pearl Bloodstock Palace House Stakes at Newmarket with another classy display.

Ryan Moore brought Eddie Lynam's dual Group One winner to lead inside the final furlong after Justineo and Stepper Point had made the running in this Group Three five-furlong dash.

Despite having to be switched right for a clear run at a vital stage, the 9-4 favourite found a terrific turn of foot and got home by half a length from Kingsgate Native, who was also second 12 months ago. Hot Streak was another head away in third.
Chrome shines in Kentucky.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Sun

Quote:
Trainer Art Sherman secured his place in the record books as he sent out California Chrome to land the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday night.

Sherman became the oldest winning trainer in the history of the race at the age of 77, surpassing 76-year-old Charlie Whittingham, who saddled Sunday Silence to win back in 1989.

California Chrome was sent off favourite for the 10-furlong Classic after notching up four wins on the bounce, including the Santa Anita Derby on his latest outing, and partnered by Victor Espinoza, he settled off a steady early pace before swooping through to lead with two furlongs to run.

denphone 04-05-2014 17:44
Re: Horse Racing
 
Vive la France in Guineas.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Sun

Quote:
Miss France bounced back to her best to provide master trainer Andre Fabre with his first Qipco 1000 Guineas success in a thrilling finish at Newmarket.

A disappointing sixth on her return to action in the Prix Imprudence at Maisons-Laffitte, Miss France was even removed from the betting for the Classic by some bookmakers, but confidence returned in recent days.

denphone 05-05-2014 07:22
Re: Horse Racing
 
Taghrooda states case for Oaks.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Mon

Quote:
Taghrooda advertised her Investec Oaks credentials with a startling display in the Tweenhills Pretty Polly Stakes at Newmarket.

A surprise winner over seven furlongs on her debut, John Gosden's stoutly bred filly was sent off the even-money favourite under Paul Hanagan and her backers would never have had the remotest cause for concern.

Sound Reflection set the pace, but Hanagan was off in pursuit two furlongs out and as the daughter of Sea The Stars moved through the gears, her stride extended and she began to pull away. She eventually ran out a hugely impressive six-length winner, assuming Oaks favouritism in the process

denphone 05-05-2014 13:24
Re: Horse Racing
 
Fallon handed Godolphin Derby ride.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Mon

denphone 05-05-2014 19:43
Re: Horse Racing
 
Mullins mulls Fly options.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Mon

Quote:
Willie Mullins has raised the idea of stepping up in trip with Hurricane Fly after he was beaten at both the Cheltenham and Punchestown Festivals.

The 10-year-old saw his nine-race unbeaten run snapped when only fourth behind Jezki in the Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham and he again finished behind that rival at Punchestown last week.

denphone 06-05-2014 07:07
Re: Horse Racing
 
Rizeena aiming for Irish redemption.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Mon

Quote:
Clive Brittain is "certain" Rizeena did not show her true colours in Sunday's 1000 Guineas at Newmarket and expects her to bounce back in Ireland later this month.

Following a juvenile campaign that saw her win four of her eight starts, including the Queen Mary at Royal Ascot and the Moyglare Stud Stakes at the Curragh, the three-year-old was among the leading contenders for the first fillies' Classic of the year.

denphone 06-05-2014 12:39
Re: Horse Racing
 
Odds-on Magician leaves it late.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Tue

Quote:
Aidan O'Brien plans to follow a tried and tested route with Magician after the dual Group One winner left it late to claim the High Chaparral European Breeders Fund Mooresbridge Stakes at the Curragh.

The master of Ballydoyle had saddled the previous four winners of the Group Three contest in Fame And Glory, So You Think, Windsor Palace and Camelot.

denphone 06-05-2014 16:56
Re: Horse Racing
 
O'Brien duo on Vase duty.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e+duty&day=Tue

denphone 07-05-2014 06:44
Re: Horse Racing
 
Toormore team wait for results.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Connections of Toormore are hoping the results of the tracheal wash taken on Tuesday morning from their beaten 2000 Guineas candidate come back clean.

Middleham Park Racing expect to hear from Richard Hannon on Wednesday but Tim Palin, racing manager for the syndicate, hopes it is case of the Classic coming too soon after his win in the Craven Stakes rather than the colt being under the weather.

denphone 07-05-2014 17:36
Re: Horse Racing
 
Coronation up Ruler's street.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...street&day=Wed

denphone 08-05-2014 07:16
Re: Horse Racing
 
Sue swoops for Cup glory.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Suegioo swooped late to deny fellow Dr Marwan Koukash-owned runner Angel Gabrial in a dramatic finish to the StanJames.com Chester Cup.

Koukash was responsible for no less than five of the 17 runners and his pair battled it out up the straight, with 10-1 shot Suegioo proving half a length too good in the hands of Ryan Moore, despite Angel Gabrial carrying him right across the track.

denphone 08-05-2014 13:10
Re: Horse Racing
 
Anipa on target in Cheshire Oaks.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Thu

Quote:
Anipa caused a minor shock in the Weatherbys Private Banking Cheshire Oaks at Chester when continuing her progression with a gritty success.

Coming in off the back of two previous wins, Roger Varian's filly was nibbled at in the market but was still sent off at 16-1.

Oisin Murphy tried to nick it from the front on Secret Pursuit and had everything else in trouble, but Andrea Atzeni was aware of his move and asserted in the shadow of the post, scoring by half a length.

denphone 09-05-2014 07:12
Re: Horse Racing
 
Orchestra hangs on for Vase glory.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Thu

Quote:
Orchestra narrowly held off Romsdal to give Aidan O'Brien another winner in the MBNA Chester Vase.

The Ballydoyle inmate appeared set to convincingly claim the Group Three over an extended mile and a half as he breezed into the lead two furlongs out, getting the perfect gap on the rail.

denphone 09-05-2014 14:58
Re: Horse Racing
 
War declared for Curragh assault.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Fri

Quote:
Aidan O'Brien is planing his usual all-out assault on the Tattersalls Irish 2,000 Guineas as he goes in search of a 10th win in the Classic at the Curragh on May 24.

Having claimed the last three renewals of the race with Roderic O'Connor, Power and Magician, his team will this year be spearheaded by War Command, winner of the Dewhurst as a two-year-old but unplaced in the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket.

"War Command will definitely take his chance in the race and we will probably have one or two other runners," said O'Brien.

denphone 09-05-2014 18:55
Re: Horse Racing
 
Kingfisher swoops for Dee prize.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Fri

Quote:
Kingfisher got on top close home to give Aidan O'Brien another win in the Betfair Cash Out Dee Stakes at Chester.

Having taken the prize for the last two years with Astrology and Magician, who subsequently went on to win the Irish 2,000 Guineas and the Breeders' Cup Turf, O'Brien saddled two this time.

Kingfisher was having his sixth start under Joseph O'Brien whereas Century was having just his third run for Ryan Moore and that experience showed when the pace quickened with half a mile to run

denphone 10-05-2014 07:09
Re: Horse Racing
 
Panther pounces for Ormonde glory.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Fri

Quote:
Brown Panther sparked dreams of Ascot Gold Cup glory for Michael Owen after his pride and joy downed hot favourite Hillstar to win the Boodles Diamond Ormonde Stakes at Chester.

Former England star Owen, who bred the six-year-old, was brought to tears when he won at Royal Ascot three years ago and since then there have been other highlights.

denphone 10-05-2014 17:36
Re: Horse Racing
 
Derrinstown to offer usual clues.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Sat

denphone 11-05-2014 06:36
Re: Horse Racing
 
Sky's the limit for Snow.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...r+Snow&day=Sat

Quote:
Snow Sky proved far too good for his rivals in the Betfred.com Derby Trial Stakes at Lingfield.

Double Bluff tried to make all the running and was still in the lead with three furlongs to go, but they were lining up in behind to challenge, with the Sir Michael Stoute-trained Snow Sky (5-1) making smooth progress to hit the front in the Khalid Abdullah colours.

Jim Crowley did not have to be too hard on him to run out a two-length winner over Hartnell, with Godolphin's Sudden Wonder making eyecatching late progress to claim third, a further half a length adrift. Aidan O'Brien's challenger Mekong River was a major disappointment.
Beckett strikes with Honor.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Sun

Quote:
Honor Bound proved the best of trainer Ralph Beckett's three entries as she landed the Betfred £7.5 Million Scoop6 Today Oaks Trial Stakes at Lingfield.

Queen's Prize set the early gallop, with 11-4 favourite Casual Smile seemingly poised to challenge on the inside rail, until Momentus and Criteria began to race in earnest.

Casual Smile found nothing for pressure and faded out while, in contrast, Honor Bound flew inside the final furlong. The 12-1 chance edged out Criteria by a nose in the hands of Joe Fanning, who was replacing the injured James Doyle, with a further length and three-quarters back to Momentus.

denphone 11-05-2014 17:05
Re: Horse Racing
 
Karakontie takes Classic glory.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Sun

denphone 12-05-2014 07:17
Re: Horse Racing
 
Rock gets verdict in Trial.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Sun

Quote:
Dermot Weld can dream of adding the Investec Derby to his long list of big-race victories after Fascinating Rock booked his ticket to Epsom during a Derrinstown Stud Derby Trial that was ultimately settled in the stewards' room at Leopardstown.
Avenir charts successful path.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Mon

Quote:
Avenir Certain was produced with a devastating late run by Gregory Benoist to claim an impressive victory in the Poule d'Essai Des Pouliches (French 1000 Guineas) at Longchamp.

But there was an anxious wait for connections before the Jean-Claude Rouget-trained filly was confirmed the winner after a lengthy stewards' inquiry quickly, with the placings ultimately remaining unaltered

denphone 12-05-2014 15:31
Re: Horse Racing
 
O'Brien hails Derby-bound Australia.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...tralia&day=Mon

denphone 13-05-2014 07:10
Re: Horse Racing
 
Dettori eyeing Lockinge Glory.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Mon

Quote:
Frankie Dettori is raring to go on Olympic Glory in the JLT Lockinge Stakes at Newbury on Saturday.

Richard Hannon has also left in Al Shaqab Racing-owned stablemate Toronado, as well as Montiridge, but seems likely to rely principally on his Queen Elizabeth II Stakes winner.

Olympic Glory will be ridden by Dettori in his role as number one jockey to Sheikh Joaan Al Thani

denphone 14-05-2014 06:22
Re: Horse Racing
 
True team on weather watch.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Tue

denphone 14-05-2014 14:05
Re: Horse Racing
 
Cambridge takes plunge in Musidora.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Charlie Hills is eagerly anticipating the return to action of Cambridge in the Tattersalls Musidora Stakes at York on Wednesday.

The once-raced filly won a Nottingham maiden on her only start as a juvenile, beating Ralph Beckett's Regardez, a subsequent winner who she will meet again on the Knavesmire. Talked up throughout the winter as an Investec Oaks contender, the Khalid Abdullah-owned Cambridge now has to prove herself on the track.

denphone 14-05-2014 18:55
Re: Horse Racing
 
Madame delights in Musidora.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Madame Chiang was produced with a well-timed challenge by Kieren Fallon to maintain her unbeaten record in the Tattersalls Musidora Stakes at York.

David Simcock's filly was an 8-1 shot for her first start since making an impressive debut at Yarmouth last October, taking a significant step up in class for this recognised trial for the Investec Oaks at Epsom next month.

denphone 15-05-2014 07:17
Re: Horse Racing
 
Magical Maarek strikes York gold.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Maarek gave weight and a beating to some talented sprinters as he got off the mark for the year in the Duke of York Clipper Logistic Stakes.

The seven-year-old was carrying a 5lb Group One penalty for winning last year's Prix de l'Abbaye at Longchamp when trained by Barry Lalor, whose former assistant Evanna McCutcheon now trains the gelding in her own right.

denphone 15-05-2014 19:00
Re: Horse Racing
 
Grey's day in Dante.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...+Dante&day=Thu

denphone 16-05-2014 06:58
Re: Horse Racing
 
Game Ambivalent takes Middleton.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Thu

Quote:
Last year's runner-up Ambivalent went one better in the "Betfred £10 Million Scoop6 This Saturday" Middleton Stakes at York.

A Group One winner last season in Ireland, she ran a storming race at Meydan in March when third in the Dubai Sheema Classic against the boys. Trainer Roger Varian had targeted this race since her return to Britain and Andrea Atzeni was happy to make the running.

denphone 17-05-2014 06:57
Re: Horse Racing
 
Choir hits winning note.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Fri

Quote:
Gospel Choir justified favouritism when edging out chief market rival Tac De Boistron in the Sky Bet Yorkshire Cup at York.

Winner of the Jockey Club Stakes last time out, Sir Michael Stoute's five-year-old was stepping up in trip under the unstoppable Ryan Moore and was sent off at 7-2.

Moore was keen not to hit the front too early and plenty held chances with a furlong to run, but Gospel Choir took over and went a length clear. Tac De Boistron, racing on ground faster than he prefers and over a trip short of his best, came from out of the pack and was closing with every stride to get to within a neck. It was a further half-length to Tiger Cliff.

denphone 17-05-2014 14:05
Re: Horse Racing
 
Colic surgery for Wise Dan.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Sat

Quote:
America's Horse of the Year Wise Dan has undergone emergency surgery for a bout of colic.

The seven-year-old gelding, trained by Charles LoPresti, has won 20 of his 27 starts including two Breeders' Cup Miles.

He won his last race as recently as May when holding off the former John Gosden inmate Seek Again in the Woodford Reserve Turf Classic, but reportedly showed signs of the ailment after a routine piece of work on Friday morning.

denphone 18-05-2014 06:32
Re: Horse Racing
 
Lockinge glory for Dettori.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Sat

Quote:
Frankie Dettori rocketed to the 200th Group One success of his career as he guided Olympic Glory to an impressive triumph in the JLT Lockinge Stakes at Newbury.

Given a patient ride with Montiridge and Top Notch Tonto racing prominently, the Richard Hannon-trained colt was produced to perfection widest of the runners over a furlong out by the Italian jockey, who was partnering his fourth Lockinge winner.
Sheikh Joaan boost for IJF.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Sun

Quote:
Jack Berry House, the Injured Jockeys Fund's second rehabilitation centre, received a significant boost following the JLT Lockinge Stakes at Newbury as winning owner Sheikh Joaan Al Thani donated his prize-money from the Group One contest.

The gesture comes as a kick-start to an initiative for the win and place prize-money from 20 of the horses owned under the Sheikh's Al Shaqab Racing banner to go to the IJF this season.

denphone 19-05-2014 06:58
Re: Horse Racing
 
Light shines on Crop comeback.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Sun

Quote:
Leading Light made the perfect start to his four-year-old campaign with a clear-cut victory in Navan's Coolmore Vintage Crop Stakes.

The Ladbrokes St Leger hero was running for the first time since finishing down the field in the Arc at Longchamp in October and took closer order behind the front-running Royal Diamond with a half a mile to run.

With the latter sticking to the far rail, Joseph O'Brien's mount came down the middle in company with Pale Mimosa, and the even-money favourite loomed large two furlongs out. When asked, Leading Light responded sweetly and went nicely clear in the final 200 yards to win with three lengths in hand from Royal Diamond, who kept on well to take second.

denphone 20-05-2014 06:46
Re: Horse Racing
 
Ground concern for Curragh hopefuls.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Mon

denphone 21-05-2014 06:01
Re: Horse Racing
 
Shifting sights set on Guineas.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Tue

Quote:
Richard Hannon expects the stiff nature of the Curragh to bring out the best in Shifting Power, who has been supplemented for the Tattersalls Irish 2,000 Guineas.

The colt defied his 50-1 starting price to finish fourth, beaten only three lengths by stablemate Night Of Thunder, in the first Classic of the season at Newmarket.

While Night Of Thunder heads for the St James's Palace at Royal Ascot, Shifting Power will meet Guineas second Kingman again on Saturday, and Hannon hopes more emphasis on stamina in Ireland can help his Free Handicap winner repay connections' faith.

denphone 21-05-2014 13:58
Re: Horse Racing
 
Hot Weld steeled for Guineas charge.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Dermot Weld will run only one of his two remaining entries in the Tattersalls Irish 2,000 Guineas at the Curragh on Saturday, with Mustajeeb more likely than Alkasser at this stage.

Both colts are owned by Hamdan Al Maktoum, but Mustajeeb has arguably achieved more, having beaten a solid yardstick in the older Brendan Brackan in the Amethyst Stakes at Leopardstown.

"Both horses are working well, but only one of them will run," said the in-form Weld.

denphone 22-05-2014 06:52
Re: Horse Racing
 
Glory and Cirrus set to clash.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Wed

Quote:
Olympic Glory is on a collision course with Cirrus Des Aigles in the Prix d'Ispahan at Longchamp on Sunday.

Trained by Richard Hannon and owned by Al Shaqab Racing, Olympic Glory is set for a quick return to the track in the nine-furlong Group One contest after winning the JLT Lockinge Stakes at Newbury last weekend.

denphone 22-05-2014 16:59
Re: Horse Racing
 
Rizeena out of Irish Guineas.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Thu

denphone 23-05-2014 07:03
Re: Horse Racing
 
Kingman declared for Curragh charge.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Thu

Quote:
Kingman will face 13 opponents when he gets a second shot at Classic glory in the Tattersalls Irish 2,000 Guineas at the Curragh on Saturday.

John Gosden's exciting colt was a hot favourite to secure his fourth win from as many starts in the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket at the start of the month, but was narrowly beaten on the Rowley Mile by the Richard Hannon-trained Night Of Thunder.

denphone 23-05-2014 15:53
Re: Horse Racing
 
O'Brien ready to go to war.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...to+war&day=Fri

Quote:
Aidan O'Brien is looking for his 10th victory in the Tattersalls Irish 2,000 Guineas at the Curragh and his five-strong team is headed by Newmarket disappointment War Command.

The colt will be aiming to follow in the recent footsteps of Power and Roderic O'Connor, who flopped in the English Guineas before bouncing back to win in Ireland.

O'Brien has stopped short of putting blinkers on War Command, but has opted for cheekpieces.

He said: "Before the Guineas he wasn't working as impressively as Australia and the way they finished is the way they worked at home.

denphone 24-05-2014 07:22
Re: Horse Racing
 
Great faces Marble five.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Fri

Quote:
Aidan O'Brien's The Great War will face five opponents when he puts his huge reputation on the line in the Cold Move EBF Marble Hill Stakes at the Curragh.

The American-bred son of War Front created a big impression when justifying odds-on favouritism on his debut at Tipperary at the end of April and he was just as impressive when following up over this course and distance at the start of the month.

denphone 24-05-2014 17:13
Re: Horse Racing
 
Kingman rules in Irish Guineas.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Sat

Quote:
Kingman ran out a scintillating winner of the Tattersalls Irish 2,000 Guineas at the Curragh.

Beaten into second in the Newmarket equivalent earlier this month, his backers never really had an anxious moment on this occasion as he travelled powerfully throughout in the hands of James Doyle.

The John Gosden-trained colt moved smoothly into contention and t he response was immediate when Doyle pressed the button a furlong out. The 4-5 favourite dispelled any fears over the testing ground as he went five lengths clear of the supplemented Shifting Power. Mustajeeb finished third.

denphone 25-05-2014 07:47
Re: Horse Racing
 
Hot streaks clear in Temple.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Sat

Quote:
Kevin Ryan hailed Hot Streak as "the best I've trained" after he came of age with an exhilarating display in the Betfred Temple Stakes at Haydock in the hands of teenage sensation Oisin Murphy.

The Iffraaj colt showed quality form as a two-year-old and his comeback third against his elders in the Palace House Stakes at Newmarket suggested he was ready to make his presence felt in top-level sprints this year.

denphone 25-05-2014 16:54
Re: Horse Racing
 
Mission possible for brave Noble.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Sun

Quote:
Lady Cecil's Noble Mission continued his remarkable transformation with a first Group One victory in the Tattersalls Gold Cup at the Curragh.

It is only at the age of five that Frankel's younger brother has started to emerge from his sibling's shadow and he reaped the benefit of an aggressive ride from James Doyle, also successful in the colours of Khalid Abdullah on Kingman in Saturday's Tattersalls Irish 2,000 Guineas.
Its so heartwarming to see Lady Cecil win a big race since the death of the her late great husband Sir Henry Cecil last year.

denphone 26-05-2014 06:36
Re: Horse Racing
 
Marvellous result for mighty Moore.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...e&sub=&day=Sun

Quote:
Ryan Moore was full of praise for Marvellous after the Aidan O'Brien-trained filly provided the jockey with a first victory in the Etihad Airways Irish 1,000 Guineas at the Curragh.

Ballydoyle number one jockey Joseph O'Brien opted to partner eventual fifth Palace, allowing the all-conquering Moore to team up with the 10-1 chance, who was running for only the third time having finished sixth in the Leopardstown trial on March 30.

The Olly Stevens-trained Lightning Thunder, narrowly beaten by Miss France in the Newmarket equivalent, went off the 100-30 favourite and led going into the final furlong, but she could not cope with the winner's late surge and went down by three lengths.

denphone 27-05-2014 07:02
Re: Horse Racing
 
Magnier backs Australia to shine.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Mon

Quote:
Coolmore supremo John Magnier claims "Ballydoyle would be surprised" if Australia did not win the Investec Derby.

Trainer Aidan O'Brien repeated his view earlier this month that the colt could be the best Epsom candidate he has ever fielded, and Australia remains a warm market leader after his encouraging third in the 2000 Guineas.

There has, though, been good recent money for stablemate Geoffrey Chaucer, who is now a clear second favourite.

denphone 27-05-2014 16:55
Re: Horse Racing
 
Panther seeking Henry II rule.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Tue

Quote:
Talented stayer Brown Panther heads a field of 12 declared runners in the Cantor Fitzgerald Henry II Stakes at Sandown on Thursday.

Tom Dascombe's charge, who won the Goodwood Cup last summer before finishing eighth in the Melbourne Cup, made a successful return to action in the Ormonde Stakes at Chester three weeks ago.

denphone 28-05-2014 05:40
Re: Horse Racing
 
Speed queen Lochsong dies aged 26.

http://www.attheraces.info/article.a...=&sub=&day=Tue

Quote:
Brilliant sprinter Lochsong, dual winner of the Prix de l'Abbaye, has died at the age of 26.

Trained by Ian Balding and enjoying her biggest moments when ridden by Frankie Dettori, the Jeff Smith-owned filly graduated from winning big handicaps such as the Ayr Gold Cup in the hands of 7lb claimer Franny Arrowsmith to ruling at the top level in the Longchamp showpiece (1993 and 1994) and the Nunthorpe at York, also in 1993.
Such wonderful memories of days gone by.:(

denphone 29-05-2014 06:41
Re: Horse Racing
 
Toast swerves Epsom for New York.

http://www.attheraces.com/article.as...=&sub=&day=Thu

Quote:
Toast Of New York is set to go on his travels again after trainer Jamie Osborne and owner Michael Buckley decided against a run in next week's Investec Derby.

The son of Thewayyourare was added to the Epsom field at a cost of £8,000 last month following his UAE Derby victory at Meydan in March but the recent spell of wet weather has forced a change of plan.

Osborne has now set his sights on the Belmont Derby Invitational at the New York track on July 5 as he believes the Grade One event represents a much better opportunity for Toast Of New York.

denphone 30-05-2014 05:59
Re: Horse Racing
 
O'Brien outlines ground concerns.

http://www.attheraces.com/article.as...ncerns&day=Thu

Quote:
Aidan O'Brien is wary about the prospect of soft ground at Epsom next Saturday for Investec Derby favourite Australia.

The Galileo colt has been all the rage for the premier Classic since his close-up third in the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket on May 3.

However, Australia has not yet been tested in demanding conditions, with his trainer hoping the recent wet spell quickly recedes.

denphone 31-05-2014 06:09
Re: Horse Racing
 
Hydrogen out of frame on debut.

http://www.attheraces.com/article.as...=&sub=&day=Sat

Quote:
A millstone worth 2.5million guineas around the neck of Hydrogen proved too great for the colt to carry at the first attempt as he finished an ordinary sixth on his long-awaited racecourse debut at Newmarket.

Had the son of Galileo not been the most expensive yearling sold at auction in 2012, his effort would have registered as just about reasonable, but Sheikh Fahad's Qatar Racing had even left him in next week's Investec Derby and will surely have expected better.

denphone 01-06-2014 07:11
Re: Horse Racing
 
Sultanina reaches the pinnacle.

http://www.attheraces.com/article.as...=&sub=&day=Sat

Quote:
Sultanina collared stablemate Freedom's Light to lead home a one-two for John Gosden in the Listed Pinnacle Stakes at Haydock Park.

The once-raced winner (10-1) looks to have a bright future as she was stepping up markedly in class after her Salisbury maiden win a couple of weeks ago.

Frankie Dettori on Freedom's Light was the first to strike and looked the likely winner, but William Buick soon posed a big threat on the stable companion and after a tight battle through the final furlong, Sultanina put her head down right on the line to gain a short-head success.

denphone 01-06-2014 13:56
Re: Horse Racing
 
John Hills passes away.

http://www.attheraces.com/article.as...=&sub=&day=Sun

Very sad news.:(

denphone 01-06-2014 19:50
Re: Horse Racing
 
Gatsby lands French Derby.

http://www.attheraces.com/article.as...=&sub=&day=Sun

Quote:
The Grey Gatsby claimed a famous victory for the Kevin Ryan stable in the Prix du Jockey Club at Chantilly.

Winner of the Dante Stakes at York on his previous start, the son of Mastercraftsman was settled towards the rear of the field on the rail by Ryan Moore and found a smooth passage through when they turned into the straight.

He burst into the lead inside the final two furlongs and found a devastating turn of foot to go clear before winning comfortably, with hot favourite Prince Gibraltar getting a run far too late as he swept up from the rear to take third.


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