Strong Germans in Strasbourg

Strasbourg, Wednesday, May 31: Once again Strasbourg is the destination of many German stables, which are represented among other things in the Prix Nathanaelle Artu (5th race/18.35 h/22,000 Euro/2000 m) full of chances. Mario Hofer saddles the in-form Aradous (Leon Wolff). The five-year-old has won two races on the sand track in Dortmund this year and recently finished a very good third in Cologne. Sarah Steinberg will travel with Stable Salzburg`s Anonymous (Rene Piechulek). The second place in Marseille speaks for him. Jean-Pierre Carvalho is responsible for Mythico (Hugo Boutin). The stallion defeated Dawn Intello (Gerald Mosse), trained by Andreas Schütz, here about three weeks ago, who has seen quite different opponents. Jutta Mayer`s Chipping Away (Martin Seidl), Sascha Smrczek`s True Tedesco (Bayarsaikhan Ganbat), Uwe Schwinn`s Delia (Stéphane Breux), Marian Falk Weissmeier`s Amour de Ma Vie (Maike Riehl) and Kedance (Mickael Forest), prepared by Matthias Keller, are further guests from Germany. The one to beat is Eliyass (Enzo Crublet) from the stable of Jean-Claude Rouget, who has won three times in a row.

Three-year-olds rehearse at Group 2 level

Paris-Vincennes, Tuesday, May 30: Further sighting tests for the `K` yearling are on the program today in Vincennes. Separated by gender, mares and stallions will be tested at Group 2 level for 120,000 euros each.


In the Ladies in the Prix Ozo (4th race/18.17/2175 m), the nine first-place finishers of the Prix Masina (Group 2) will meet. After Kalamity d`Heripre (Franck Nivard) and Kana de Beylev (Benjamin Rochard) fully lived up to their role as favorites and settled the victory among themselves, they enjoy first call. Behind them lined up Kyrielle (William Bigeon), Ketty Angot (Eric Raffin), Kea Island (Gabriele Gelormini) and Kabaka de Guez (Nicolas Bazire), who can expect again a place in the front. Katchina de Simm (David Thomain) did not come around the course smoothly, but judging by her strong third place in the Prix Gelinotte (Group 2) here in January not far behind Kalamity d`Heripre and Kana de Beylev, the Allaire mare can be expected to do well.


35 minutes later, it`s the turn of the stallions in the Prix Kalmia (5th race/18:52/2175 m). Year`s leader Koctel du Dain (David Thomain) faces again Canada (Theo Duvaldestin), whose series of placings should end soon, as he was already better than the Philippe Allaire-trained stallion in the Prix Paul Viel (Group 2). King Opera (William Bigeon) offered an excellent performance behind the first two in third place and, like the strong-running but difficult Kamehameha (Eric Raffin ), is expected to finish far in front.

Top line-up in the Prix d`Ispahan

Longchamp, Monday, 29 May: Nine races will be decided today at the posh Parisian track in Longchamp. The Prix d`Ispahan (5th race/16.25 h/250,000 Euro/1850 m) takes centre stage and appeals to seven horses.

A new duel is brewing between Anmaat (Jim Crowley) and Junko (Maxime Guyon), who won the Prix Dollar (Group 2) here. For the Owen Burrows-trained five-year-old, the Gordon Richard Stakes (Group 3) was the most recent target. He finished a good second, while Junko ran in the Dubai Turf (Group 1) this year and did not finish higher than sixth. Erevann (Cristian Demuro) was a convincing winner in the Prix Daniel Wildenstein (Group 2) ahead of Facteur Cheval (Gerald Mosse), who recently turned the tables in the Prix du Muguet (Group 2) to finish second ahead of the Rouget protégé. Buckaroo (Oisin Murphy) showed a fighting spirit at Leopardstown in April. Light Infantry (Jamie Spencer) is well remembered when second to Erevann at Deauville. Onesto (Frankie Dettori) had his last successful experience here in the Grand Prix de Paris (Group 1).

Only five horses will compete in the Prix Vicomtesse Vigier (7th race/17.35 h/130,000 Euro/3100 m). The new edition of the Prix de Barbeville (Group 3) is eagerly awaited. Big Call (Stephane Pasquier) defeated The Good Man (Morgan Delalande) safely, behind him Sober (Maxime Guyon) disappointed, who had won before like Almacado Gree (Tony Piccone), in Chantilly. Or Gris (Alexis Pouchin) announced himself as fourth in the Prix d`Hedouville (Group 3).

The great Cologne classic on a public holiday

Cologne, Monday, 29 May: May 2023 comes to an end with the first classic of the year: On Whit Monday, a true holiday programme beckons in Cologne, as the 38th Mehl-Mülhens Race attracts nine top three-year-olds in the battle for the first classic of the year.

It might be difficult for the local horses to keep the race (10,000 Euros are offered here in the premium triple bet) in the country. Even though See Paris (L. Delozier) was already second in the Prize of the Winter Favourite here, Levanto (E. Pedroza) won in good style in Magdeburg and Dhangadhi (R. Piechulek) showed potential in the Düsseldorf success. For the guests are not only enormously strong in terms of numbers. The English Angers (A. Atzeni), Benacre (J. Mitchell), Finn`s Charm (I. Mendizabal) and Dragon Icon (D. Egan) are particularly appealing, but there are also hopes from France and the Czech Republic.

Between 2 p.m. and 6:15 p.m., nine tests will be offered, including another highlight with the Windstoß race (Listed race, 25,000 Euros, 1,850 m). The track victory of Aguirre (A. Starke) was very convincing. Petit Marin (A. de Vries) won the Prize of German Unity in 2022 and could shine again right away. The Equalisation II over the mile also knows how to please. The limits of Rosa (N. Polli) should hardly have been seen before. 15,000 Euros are guaranteed in the four-horse bet of the 8th race (Equalisation IV, 1,300 m). Royal Emerther (B. Ganbat) would have deserved a success.

Tahiyra favoured in the Irish 1000 Guineas

Curragh, Sunday, 28 May: On the second day of the Festival at the Curragh, it is the turn of the mares in the Irish 1000 Guineas (5th race/16.50 h/500,000 Euro/1609 m). It should be enough for Tahiyra (Chris Hayes), who only lost by half a length in the English equivalent, to win this time, but Meditate (Ryan Moore), who was hardly convincing when sixth, could turn around her form.

The O`Brien mare`s victory in the Breeders` Cup (Group 1) is the main argument in her favour. In the Moyglare Stud Stakes (Group 1), the Weld representative was better than Meditate and Eternal Silence (Shane Foley), who was a good third behind Aspen Grove (Mark Enright) in the Irish EBF Stakes (Group 3) before. The latter currently placed in the Cornelscourt Stakes (Group 3) behind second-placed Tarawa (W. Lee), who also runs for the colours of the Aga Khan. Jackie Oh (Seamie Heffernan) showed two strong performances this year, which should be enough for a top placing.

Capital hopes in Diana trial run

Hoppegarten, Sunday, 28 May: This Sunday at Whitsun also promises to be a highlight day at the park track outside Berlin in Hoppegarten, because with the Diana Trial (Group III, 55,000 Euros, 2,000 m) a warm-up for the classic for the Prize of Diana beckons.

Trainer Markus Klug is very well prepared with Kassada (A. Starke) from Röttgen, who has been very impressive lately. She could emulate last year`s winner Wagnis for the same interests and also take on an interesting guest mare, because the references of Crackovia (J. Mitchell) from the English stable of Mark Johnston are excellent. Evina (M. Seidl) showed her class last year as Premio Dormello runner-up. Sweet Diana (E. Pedroza) landed her debut victory here last year.

The supporting programme with eight competitions between 2 and 6 p.m. is also impressive. In the Mile Equalisation I, Way To Dubai (E. Pedroza) could now be in the lead again, but he has to beat, among others, Atoso (L.-M. Engels), who has hardly been captured yet. 10,000 Euros each are offered as a guaranteed payout in the 5th race (Equalisation IV, 1,600 m) and in the 8th race (Equalisation III, 1,800 m).

Irish 2000 Guineas at the Curragh

Curragh, Saturday 27 May: Big decisions for the Derby year at the Curragh this weekend. Today the Irish 2000 Guineas (5th race/16.40 h/500.000 Euro/1609 m) are on the programme.

Eleven stallions will compete in the classic and the role of favourites is shared by Royal Scotsman (Jamie Spencer) and Hi Royal (Oisin Murphy), who already set a scent mark as runners-up in the English 2000 Guineas. Fifth-placed Galeron (Colin Keane) also ran well, but things will not get any easier for him. Paddington (Ryan Moore) made a strong impression in his latest win here at List level. He is the responsibility of Aidan O`Brien, who also saddles UAE Derby unplaced Cairo (Wayne Lordan) and Age Of Kings (Seamie Heffernan) with outside chances. Another O`Brien horse is Proud And Regal (Gavin Ryan), who made his name winning the Criterium International (Group 1) at Saint-Cloud.

Group 2 day at Haydock

Haydock, Saturday 27 May: Upscale sport takes place at Haydock today with the Sandy Lane Stakes (4th race/16.00pm/125,000 pounds/1210m) the first of two Group 2 races. Little Big Bear (Frankie Dettori), who disappointed completely in his first start of the season in the English 2000 Guineas, gets another chance. He will meet equal opponents in Cold Case (Clifford Lee) and Bradsell (Hollie Doyle). Both recently finished first and third in the Commonwealth Cup Trial (Group 3). Al Dasim (William Buick) became a series winner at Meydan.

The Temple Stakes (5th race/16.30pm/125,000 pounds/1010m) promises to be a fast-paced affair. The Platinum Queen (Hollie Doyle) should appear in old strength after her change to trainer Roger Varian. The winner of the Prix de l`Abbaye (Group 1) does not have an easy opponent to get out of the way with Twilight Calls (Connor Beasley). The latter, however, has to run better than last time in the Palace House Stakes (Group 3). Royal Aclaim (Neil Callan), Dramatised (William Buick) and Live In The Dream (Sean Kirrane) are other top sprinters with chances to win.

Comeback of Idao de Tillard

Paris-Vincennes, Friday, 26 May: A highly interesting Group 3 race is on the programme today in Vincennes with the Prix Jean Riaud (3rd race/20.15 h/90,000 Euro/2850 m). Addressed are five-year-old and older horses, of which participants have to pay an allowance if they win 950,000 Euros or more.

This only applies to Elie de Beaufour (Jean-Michel Bazire), who recently finished a good fifth in the Prix des Ducs de Normandie (Group 2) behind Hokkaido Jiel (David Thomain). The latter continued his series of top placings in second place and is now in line for victory. Idao de Tillard (Clement Duvaldestin) could spoil this for him. The Severino son was considered a hot candidate for victory in the Prix d`Amérique (Group 1), but failed to win by a canter. After a compulsory win in the Prix Ovide Moulinet (Group 2) and a subsequent `red` form, the five-year-old sat out and makes his comeback. Capital Mail (Gabriele Gelormini) is an old acquaintance in France. The Italian made his mark in last year`s winter meeting in the Prix Ourasie (Group 1) when fifth not far behind Idalo Tillard. Cash Bank Bigi (Franck Nivard) impressed this year in the Prix Bold Eagle (Group 1) in second place. She could win as well as Fire Cracker (Alexandre Abrivard), whose negative streak should end soon.

Comeback of Derby winner Desert Crown

Sandown, Thursday 25 May: Tonight`s event at Sandown has it all as the Brigadier Gerard Stakes (4th race/20.42pm/£80,000/2002m) sees the Sir Michael Stoute-trained English Derby winner Desert Crown (Richard Kingscote) make his comeback. He faces Owen Burrows Hukum (Jim Crowley), who was successful in the Coronation Cup (Group 1) the day before the Blue Riband and has also not raced since. Prior to that, the Sea-The Stars son won the Dubai City of Gold (Group 2) at Meydan. The season debutants could steal the show from Cash (Jamie Spencer), who finished a very good second at Listed level about three weeks ago.

The Henry II Stakes (3rd race/20.12pm/80,000 pounds/3218m) will be another Group 3 race decided over the long way. Last year`s winner Quickthorn is not in the running, but second-placed Nate The Great (William Buick) and Enemy (Frankie Dettori), who was fifth and finished a respectable eighth in the Dubai Gold Cup (Group 2) this year ahead of, among others, Sisfahan, in front of whom Nate The Great was fifth in the Red Sea Turf Handicap (Group 3). It should be between them, but the consistent Roberto Escobarr (Richard Kingscote) is also expected to finish well ahead.

Hip Hop Haufor ahead of Gaspar d`Angis this time?

Le Croise-Laroche, Wednesday, 24 May: The fifth leg of the provincial series Grand National du Trot (7th race/18.00 h/90,000 euros/2800 m) will be decided today in Le Croise-Laroche. Allowances are required from a winning sum of 278,000 euros or 462,000 euros.

In the Saint-Brieuc leg, Gaspar d`Angis (Eric Raffin) stayed within expectations in third handicap and about three lengths back Hip Hop Haufor (Christian Bigeon) finished in midfield. Both are expected to finish well ahead and a reversal of form also seems possible. In the Prix Tenor de Baune (Group 1), the Bigeon protégé finished sixth not far behind Happy Valley (Jean-Philippe Dubois), who later scored another second place in the Prix Aletheia (Course A), leaving Goeland d`Haufor (Damien Bonne), a stablemate of Hip Hop Haufor, behind. Harlem de Bucy (Alexandre Abrivard) will find a large following as the current `C` winner against Gamble River (Benjamin Rochard) and Galba Ringeat (Romain Derieux), who are positioned a tape more favourably today. Gamin Jaba (Nicolas Bazire) put in a bearish performance in his triumph twelve days ago despite allowance and now hits it very favourably from the basic mark.

German victory at the end?

Saint-Cloud, Tuesday, 23 May: Eight races are on the programme in Saint-Cloud today. The Prix du Haras de Jardy (8th race/18.00/53,000 Euro/2000 m) will conclude a `Classe-2` handicap with German participation.

Stefan Richter saddles Woodstone (Maxime Guyon), who was second in Fontainebleau three weeks ago, with first chances. Andreas Suborics` L`Antharis (Augustin Madamet), Hans Blume`s Wishuponastar (Clement Lecoeuvre) and Calcutta Cup (Marie Velon) from Marian-Falk Weissmeier`s quarters are further guests who have not yet made an appearance this year. Nepalais (Stephane Pasquier), who lost by a hair`s breadth to Utzel (Cristian Demuro) in a similar match recently, has to be beaten, but this time his conqueror will be much more favourable. Shamsabad (Tony Piccone) can also boast a fresh success. Shahzad (Mickael Barzalona) seems interesting due to his triumph on the sand track in Chantilly, where Recoup (Bauyrzhan Murzabayev) finished a good fifth last time. Mister X (Alexis Pouchin) and Pegasus (Leo Roussel) have good form and can be counted on to surprise.

Strong three-year-olds in Marseille

Marseille-Borely, Monday, 22 May: Eight races will be run in Marseille today. One of the better races is the Prix Blanche (2nd race/16.43 h/30.000 Euro/1700 m). The class `1` test is contested by three-year-old horses.

Izastep (Antonio Orani), who has been successful four times in nine starts, is in the running for the win. His most recent triumph on this track against the somewhat higher rated Hayejohn (Maxime Guyon) made a particularly strong impression. The latter won at List level in Vichy last year, among others. Mqse de Maintenon (Clement Lecoeuvre) recently surprised again as an outsider in Chantilly, having already come close to winning in Toulouse. Combronne (Marvin Grandin) also delivered a good performance at Black Type level, which should be enough for a top placing here. Pacific Boy (Guillaume Millet) only knows good performances. With Bozzuo (Sylvain Ruis), lights and shadows change frequently.

18 in the Grand Steeple Chase de Paris

Auteuil, Sunday 21 May: The Grand Steeple Chase de Paris (4th race/16.05 h/900,000 euros/6000 m) rounds off the great double event in Auteuil today. The mega chase race with 18 participants is once again well-balanced and sees numerous contenders for victory at the start.

At the dress rehearsal, Gex (Bertrand Lestrade) convinced in the Prix Murat (Group 2) as the defeater of Metasequoia (Lucas Zuliani), who did not disappoint his supporters despite a clear defeat and now wants to turn the tide in his favour. With the Prix Ingre (Group 3), another sighting test was decided and this one was won surprisingly easily by Poly Grandchamp (Tristan Lemagnen) against Franco de Port (Paul Townend), who had also exceeded expectations and ended ahead of the favoured Spes Militurf (Kilian Dubourg). Carriacou (Gabin Meunier) rehearsed successfully over the easy jumps, easily defeating Gex. Starlet du Mesnil (Angelo Zuliani), Doctor Squeeze (Theo Chevillard), General en Chef (Felix de Giles) and Gessy Raiselle (Rachael Blackmore) did not go wrong in the Prix Murat and can be counted on to surprise, as can Rosario Baron (Johnny Charron), who had three wins in a row.

Crowning finale of the spring meeting

Baden-Baden, Sunday, 21 May: The third day of the Spring Meeting in Baden-Baden will once again be a very special day of celebration for the turf on Sunday. Because in the Grand Prix of the Badische Wirtschaft (Group II, 70,000 Euros, 2,200 m) the Grand Prix greats are in demand.

The freshest reference is brought by Assistent (L. Delozier) as winner of the Carl Jaspers Prize from Cologne. Mendocino (R. Piechulek) was victorious here in the Baden Grand Prix. Sammarco (A. de Vries) triumphed in the Derby. Northern Ruler (B. Murzabayev) and Best of Lips (A. Madamet) could be among the front runners if one of the trio of favourites fails.

The rest of the programme of the eleven races between 11:20 a.m. and 5:10 p.m. also has a lot to offer. Races 1 to 5 will also be broadcast to France. Short-distance specialists have their sights set on the Casino Baden-Baden Silver Whip (Listed race, 25,000 Euros, 1,200 m). Trainer Andreas Wöhler is hoping for Waldersee (J. Bojko). Last year`s winner from Sweden, Good Eye (A. Starke) will also travel to Iffezheim again.

77,777 Euros beckon as a guarantee in the "7 wins!" bet. It is offered in races 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10 and 11. 40,000 Euros can be won in the four-horse bet of race 6 (Equalisation IV, 2,000 m), including a jackpot of 6,856.39 Euros. There are 10,000 Euros each in the 3rd race (Equalisation IV, 1,600 m) and in the 11th race (Equalisation III, 2,800 m).

Lockinge Stakes at Newbury

Newbury, Saturday 20 May: A big day will be celebrated today at the second Festival event at Newbury, where the classic Lockinge Stakes (4th race/16.35pm/350,000 pounds/1609m) will mark the main event.

A year on from Baaeed, the Shadwell Estate Company could be ringing the cash register again as Group 2 winner Mutasaabeq (Jim Crowley) at Newmarket targets his next strike. He has Modern Games (William Buick) and Laurel (Frankie Dettori) from the Charlie Appleby and John and Thady Gosden stables to beat as a priority. The former recently finished second at Group 1 level in the USA after winning the Breeders` Cup at the same venue. The Juddmonte protégé successfully prepared for today`s task on the all-weather track at Kempton. The shortlist must include My Prospero (Tom Marquand). The four-year-old finished third in the Champion Stakes (Group 1) and was better than Baaeed after all. On the same day, Jadoomi (James Doyle) also convinced in the Queen Elizabeth Stakes (Group 1) as third.

Hurdle classic in Auteuil with Willie Mullins

Auteuil, Saturday 20 May: The Grande Course de Haies d`Auteuil (3rd race/15.15/390,000 Euro/5100 m) is another classic for older hurdle horses on the obstacle course of the same name today.

For last year`s winner Hermes Baie (Bertrand Lestrade) it could work out again, but he has to run better than last time in the Prix Leon Rambaud (Group 2), in which he finished well over 20 lengths behind Goal Lil (Felix de Giles), Theleme (Gaetan Masure) and Folsom Prison (Jeremy da Silva) in fourth place. A notable opponent sends Willie Mullins into the fray from Ireland. Klassical Dream (Paul Townend) finished second twelve months ago, currently the gelding won the Champion Stayers Hurdle (Group 1) at Punchestown against stablemate Asterion Forlonge (Nico de Boinville), who is making his debut in France. Another interesting guest from the island is Flooring Porter (Daniel Mullins), for whom placings in the Cheltenham Stayers Hurdle (Grupep 1) ahead of Klassical Dream and in the Liverpool Hurdle (Grupep 1) speak.

Derby Trial the Top Test at Iffezheim

Baden-Baden, Saturday, 20 May: Best sport also on Saturday, day two of the Spring Meeting in Baden-Baden. Because with the Japan Racing Association - Derby-Trial (Group III, 55,000 Euro, 2,000 m) an important test for the Blue Ribbon in Iffezheim will be held.

Fantastic Moon (R. Piechulek) certainly stands out in the field of eight candidates. His first start of the season was good, as third place in the Bavarian Classic was quite respectable. Of course, his success in the Prize of the Winter Favourite is still fresh in his memory. Last year`s auction race hit was strong here by Vintage Moon (S. Byrne). Straight (E. Pedroza) should also be a horse with perspective.

Eight races are scheduled between 1.30pm and 5.35pm, including several more tests of directional importance. In the Tattersalls Diana Trial (Listed race, 25,000 Euros, 1,800 m), the focus will be on the Prize of Diana. Andre Fabre`s Philaminte (B. Murzabayev) should enjoy a lot of confidence. Evina (M. Seidl) and Empathie (A. Starke) are just two more of the promising candidates.

And the Baden Youth Prize (10,000 euros, 1,000 m) is the first race for the 2021 crop. Three Havanas (L. Delozier) is sure to finish right up front.

Top handicappers will compete in the 2,000 m Equalizer I. The ex-Group winner Only the Brave (L. Delozier) ran promisingly in France.

Of course, the bettors also get their money`s worth. 30,000 euros (with a jackpot of 5,000 euros) stand over the four-horse bet of the 4th race (Equalisation III, 1,400 metres). 10,000 euros will be played out in the 8th race (Equalisation II, 2,400 m).

Broome grants revenge

York, Friday 19 May: On the final day of the Dante Festival at York, the Yorkshire Cup (4th race/16.35/170,000 pounds/2787m) is in focus. Broome (Ryan Moore) from Aidan O`Brien`s quarters, Charlie Appleby`s Siskany (William Buick) and the Hughie Morrison-trained Quickthorn (Oisin Murphy) are three promising contenders. They were last in action at Meydan in the Dubai Gold Cup (Group 2). The former two settled the win between them while Quickthorn, who won the Lonsdale Cup (Group 1) here in high style, finished sixth ahead of Sisfahan. Siskany is well known to the German public from Munich, where he finished third in the Bavarian Grand Prix (Group 1). Eldar Eldarov (David Egan) will have a large following as the winner of the Queen`s Vase (Group 2) and the English St Leger (Group 1) against Giavellotto (Andrea Atzeni). Tashkhan (Ben Robinson) is an excellent stayer and should be counted on for the surprise.

Three-year-olds in the Prix Texanita

Chantilly, Friday, 19 May: The Prix Texanita (2nd race/14.15 pm/80.000 Euro/1200 m), which belongs to Group 3, is aimed at three-year-old horses today in Chantilly. Wodao (Gavin Ryan) and Denver Chop (Mickael Forest) know each other from the Prix Sigy (Group 3), which was decided here on 17 April. The Donnacha O`Brien-trained stallion finished second to Denver Chop, who was fourth in the Criterium de Maisons-Laffitte (Group 2) here in October. The remaining entrants are mares, of which Zudu Spirit (Tony Piccone) is one of the closest favourites after two strong performances. Believing (Mickael Barzalona) and Shalromy (Maxime Guyon) celebrated well-paid victories heuier on the all-weather track. Moon Ray (Stephane Pasquier) made a name for himself with his triumph in the Prix Miesque (Group 3).

Diana winner in the Middleton Stakes

York, Thursday 18 May: The Dante Festival continues today in York. In the first Group 2 race, the older fillies are addressed in the Middleton Fillies Stakes (2nd race/15.25pm/140,000 pounds/2063m).

The John and Thady Gosden-trained Free Wind (Frankie Dettori) is seen as a winner after a break of just under a year. Most recently triumphant in the Lancashire Oaks (Group 2), the five-year-old will be tested by Aristia (Sean Levey), who finished a close second twelve months ago and later marked her most valuable score in the Prix Jean Romanet (Group 1). Sea Silk Road (William Buick) pleased when third in the Dubai Stakes (Group 2) before her break and, like Tuscany Belle (David Egan), who was narrowly ahead in the Prize of Diana (Group 1) and later moved to Roger Varian`s quarters, is among the closest favourites.

The Dante Stakes (4th race/16.35pm/175,000 pounds/2063m) is set for the Derby year. With Epictetus (Frankie Dettori) from the Gosden stable, the colours of George Strawbridge are again seen in front. His recent victory in Epsom at List level speaks in his favour. Flying Honours (William Buick) also has a good chance. The Godolphin won the Zetland Stakes (Group 3) last year against Dear My Friend (Andrea Atzeni). Continuous (Ryan Moore), Passenger (Richard Kingscote) and Canberra Legend (Daniel Muscutt) are all undefeated and should have something to say about the victory.

The great days on the Oos begin

Baden-Baden, Thursday, 18 May: The Spring Meeting 2023 is about to begin. And as you would expect from Baden-Baden, the great days on the Oos will start with top-class sport. The outstanding highlight is the 45th Kronimus Badener Meile (Group III, 55,000 euros, 1,600 m).

The starting field knows how to please, as many of the mile stars are in the mix. Western Soldier (S. Vogt) was only narrowly defeated in the Spring Mile in Düsseldorf. Best Lightning (M. Seidl) excelled a year ago. Nano Nagle (P. Bazire) excelled in Hoppegarten and is travelling from France again.

Between 1.30 p.m. and 6.15 p.m., nine races, including the Prize of the Baden-Badener Hotellerie & Gastronomie (Listed race, 25,000 Euros, 2,200 m) for mares, will be enticing. Kolossal (M. Forest) will meet international competition. An Equalisation II over 1,800 metres also enriches the programme. Lord of the Alps (R. Piechulek) and Timotheus (A. Starke) are interesting domestic horses.

The four-horse bet will be played twice. 20,000 Euros are guaranteed in the 5th race (Equalisation IV, 1,400). 10,000 Euros in the 9th race (Equalisation III, 1,800 m).

Kick-off of the Dante Festival

York, Wednesday 17 May: The three-day Dante Festival starts today at York Racecourse. The first main event is the Group 2 Duke of York Stakes (3rd race/16.00/140,000 pounds/1200m).

Last year`s winner Highfield Princess (Jason Hart) will be defending her title. The six-year-old later went on to win at Group 1 level and finished a very creditable fourth in the Breeders` Cup (Group 1) behind Emaraaty Ana (Tom Eaves), who was third here in the Nunthorpe Stakes (Group 1). Creative Force (William Buick) slipped between the latter two in the Breeders` Cup. Current Godolphin rehearsed victoriously at Haydock for today`s assignment. Marshman (Clifford Lee), a strong runner-up in the Al Quoz Sprint (Group 1) at Meydan this year, and Azure Blue (Paul Mulrennan), who won at Newmarket only eleven days ago, are other contenders with good chances.

The Musidora Stakes (4th race/16.35pm/125,000 pounds/2063m) is reserved for three-year-old fillies. Infinite Cosmos (Richard Kingscote) was so pleasing in her Maiden win at Newmarket that the Sir Michael Stoute-trained three-year-old is favourite over Novakai (Clifford Lee), who finished a strong second in the Fillies Mile (Group 1) among other races. Gather Ye Rosebuds (Jamie Spencer) recommended herself for the coming tasks with a highly superior success at Newbury. Lambada (Ryan Moore), Midnight Mile (Oisin Orr) and Sea Of Roses (Oisin Murphy) were also convincing winners.

Slipofthepen the favourite in the Heron Stakes

Sandown, Tuesday 16 May: A taste of the forthcoming Dante Festival at York is on offer at Sandown today, where the List-class Heron Stakes (3rd race/19.45pm/40,000 pounds/1609m) is the centrepiece of the six races.

In the four-strong field, the John and Thady Gosden-trained Slipofthepen (James Doyle) stands out. The three-year-old is owned by English royalty and has yet to lose a race in his two-start career. Both of his wins came on the sand track at Kempton. Expectations are also high for Ralph Beckett`s Grey`s Monument (Hector Crouch), who is now finding it easier after his eighth place in the Greenham Stakes (Group 3). Finn`s Charm (Joe Fanning) is also claiming victory. His recent, highly superior triumph at Musselburgh against, among others, Captain Winters (Neil Callan), who followed clearly back in fourth, speaks for him.

German chance in the Prix du Cher

Compiegne, Monday, 15 May: Eight steeplechase races are on the programme in Compiegne today. In the main event, Prix du Cher (6th race/14.05 h/88.000 Euro/3800 m/List race), nine horses will compete over hurdles.

German hopes rest on Cabot Cliffs (Hakim Tabet), trained by Christian Freiherr von der Recke, who finished a good fifth behind Master Nonantais (Gaetan Masure) in the Grande Course de Haies (Group 3) here. The latter could put himself in the limelight this year with two third places. At maximum weight, he is not facing an easy, but nevertheless solvable task. La Cheneviere (Bertrand Lestrade), who finished second on her seasonal debut on 10 April, is a better weight. Marie Coastala (Angelo Zuliani) is recommended by her List victory in a mares` race. Might I (Felix de Giles) arrives from England with interesting forms and could win as well as Katribu (Johnny Charron) who ran very well in Lyon.

French Guineas in Longchamp

Longchamp, Sunday, May 14: The eyes turn to France today, more precisely to Longchamp, where two classics for the Derby year are in focus.


Stallions will contest the Poule d`Essai des Poulains (5th race/15.50pm/650,000 euros/1600m). American Flag (Christophe Soumillon) made an excellent impression here in winning the Prix de Fontainebleau (Group 3) over Marhaba Ya Sanafi (Mickael Barzalona). Also in the Prix Omnium II on list level the Barberot protégé won superiorly in front of Kendly (Oisin Murphy). Jean-Claude Rouget`s Valimi (Cristiam Demuro) is rated hardly weaker. The Aga Khan representative won recently without having to go to his limits. He gets support from Kubrick (Ioritz Mendizabal). He finished fourth in the Prix Djebel (Group 3) behind Good Guess (Stephane Pasquier) and Breizh Sky (Maxime Guyon), who are battling for victory. From the island, Isaac Shelby (Sean Levey), Hans Andersen (Ryan Moore) and Knight (James Doyle) register first chances.


In the Poule d`Essai des Pouliches (6th race/16:30/550,000 euros/1600 m) ten mares will start. Here Blue Rose Cen (Aurelien Lemaitre) and Never Ending Story (Ryan Moore) are highly traded, who already met on `Arc` day in the Critérium Pouliches (Group 1), with the former superiorly ahead while the O`Brien mare struggled for places. Currently, Blue Rose Cen won the Prix de la Grotte (Group 3) against Lindy (Cristian Demuro), also in commanding fashion. Quickstep (Mickael Barzalona) and Sauterne (Tony Piccone) are other fresh winners with claim to the front places. Showay (Anthony Crastus) and Ritournelle (Gerald Mosse) surprised in the Prix Imprudence (Group 3). Swingalong (Tom Marquand) travels with good forms from England.

Who has the biggest horse`s tongue?

Hoppegarten, Sunday, 14 May: On Sunday it will be particularly exciting at the Parkbahn in Berlin-Hoppegarten, because with the Comer Group International 52nd Oleander Race (Group II, 100,000 Euros, 3,200 m) the most important race for the Nurmis, i.e. the long-distance specialists, is coming up in this country.

It will be interesting to see who has the proverbial best horse`s tongue. In the field of nine candidates, Lajoscha (E. Pedroza), who just won the Altano race here, and the two-time Group winner Aff un zo (A. Starke), who came in directly behind him, as well as last year`s third place finisher Diamantis (M. Seidl) are of course well-known greats. The Irish guests, both from the stable of Luke Comer, who is known to sponsor the race, hardly bring any recommendations. Rather Nachtrose (R. Piechulek) and Nastaria (M. Lopez), who have been involved here for a longer time, come into question.

The Equalisation II, which stands out from the nine races between 10:50 am and 3:20 pm (races 1 to 5 are also part of the PMU card), leads over 2,800 metres. In the 5th race (Equalisation IV, 1,600 metres) and in the final 9th race (Equalisation III, 1,600 metres) there is the four-race bet with a guaranteed payout of 10,000 euros each.

Derby Trials at Lingfield

Lingfield, Saturday 13 May: Great sport is on offer at Lingfield today where two sighting trials for the Derby are on the programme.

The Oaks Trial (3rd race/16.00/50,000 pounds/2400m) sees Be Happy (Ryan Moore), third in the Prix Penelope (Group 3), well in front. Bright Diamond (Sam James) made an appearance with her third in the Fillies Mile (Group 1) and, like Eternal Hope (William Buick), victorious over sand at Chelmsford, and Sunset Point (Rob Hornby), for whom Charlie Appleby) is responsible, is expected to be well in front.

In the Derby Trial (4th race/16.35pm/60,000 pounds/2400m), Godolphin colours are once again in with a chance. Military Order (William Buick) won at Newbury in the style of a better horse. Circle Of Fire (Ryan Moore) finished second at Listed level only eight days ago and is also registering first chances as is Inquiring Minds (Robert Havlin), who made his only start to date victorious.

Henkel Mare Prize with a signal effect

Düsseldorf, Saturday, 13 May: Düsseldorf has always had a heart for mares, as the two classic races 1000 Guineas and Prize of Diana are held here. For the former highlight, a final test is scheduled for Saturday at the Grafenberg racecourse, the Henkel Mares` Prize (Listed race, 25,000 Euros, 1,600 m).

Habana (E. Pedroza) won the Future Race in Iffezheim as a two-year-old, could only not play the hoped-for role in the Prix Marcel Boussac in Paris. Here she should be the clear favourite. Maliparmi (A. de Vries) is a French serial winner. My Universe (J. Mobian) also just triumphed in the neighbouring country.

Between 1 p.m. and 5:10 p.m. eight competitions will be presented, of which the Equalisation II over 2,100 metres seems to be very interesting. Perhaps Night Ocean (L. Delozier) will now manage the fully deserved score. He will meet his youngest conqueror Donna Florentina (A. v. d. Troost) again.

The quadruple bet with a guaranteed payout of 10,000 euros is offered in the 3rd race (winless three-year-old fillies, 2,100 m). Kalia (A. Starke) and Seronera (S. Vogt), both already placed, will meet interesting debutants.

Big race day in Caen

Caen, Saturday, 13 May: The biggest racing day of the year will take place today at the Hippodrome in Caen. Among the highlights is the Prix des Ducs de Normandie (3rd race/15.15/150.000 Euro/2450 m), in which Etonnant (Anthony Barrier) repeated his last year`s victory and wants to get ready for the elite loppet.

The millionaire, who last showed up in the Prix de l`Atlantique (Group 1), will meet up with a number of fellow Enghien riders again. First and foremost Hohneck (Gabriele Gelormini), Horsy Dream (Pierre Belloche), Elvis du Vallon (Alexis Collette) and Gently de Muze (Nicolas Bazire), who were in the picture behind him in places three to six. Elie de Beaufour (Jean-Michel Bazire) is considered to have a good chance. The 31-time winner is in a slump of form but he should not disappoint in the trainer`s hand this time. Happy Valley (Jean-Philippe Dubois) currently announced himself emphatically as second in an `A` race and the reliably forward-running Hokkaido Jiel (David Thomain) is also conceivable in the final standings.

Hamish successful again?

Chester, Thursday, 11 May: The Festival in Chester goes into the second round today. At the centre of the seven races is the Group 3 Ormonde Stakes (4th race/16.15pm/120,000 pounds/2692m).

Last year`s winner Hamish (Tom Marquand) could catch up with the best with another success. Only three horses (Sovrango, Shambo and St Expedit) have managed to win the test twice so far. The William Haggas-trained seven-year-old, who recently finished second in the St Simon Stakes (Group 3), will be challenged by Changingoftheguard (Ryan Moore), who is also making his seasonal debut. He ended his last season with victory in the King Edward VII Stakes (Group 2), before which he finished fifth in the English Derby. Other promising contenders include the four-year-old Israr (Jim Crowley), trained by John and Thady Gosden. The stallion, who has competed mainly in handicaps, is making his debut at today`s level. Old Harrovian (Oisin Murphy) is currently a two-time winner over sand at the all-weather tracks at Lingfield and Wolverhampton. However, the Balding protégé`s manner was so good that he is being given a good chance. Enemy (Richard Kingscote) earned good money in Qatar over the winter. In the Dubai Gold Cup (Group 2), the six-year-old finished two lengths behind Sisfahan. Max Vega (Rob Hornby) deserves a hint as Group 3 winner ahead of Hamish.

Start of the Chester Festival

Chester, Wednesday 10 May: The three-day Festival at Chester begins today with a seven-race programme. The Chester Vase Stakes (4th race/16.15pm/111,000 pounds/2472m) takes centre stage.

Of the five three-year-olds, the John and Thady Gosden-trained Arrest (Frankie Dettori) stands out. The season debutant won two of his four starts and finished a close second in the Criterium de Saint-Cloud (Group 1), well ahead of Adelaide River (Ryan Moore), for whom Aidan O`Brien is responsible. Further placings were achieved by the Australia son in the Prix des Chenes (Group 3) and in the Beresford Stakes (Group 2). Another promising contender is Hadrianus (Franny Norton), who is by Galileo and was a good second at Epsom. Two wins on the dirt track speak in favour of Duke Of Oxford (Hector Crouch), but like Galactic Jack (Oisin Murphy), who recently played no part at Listed level in Newmarket, he enters as an outsider.

Big Rock still on course for victory in Prix de Guiche

Chantilly, Tuesday, 9 May: Eight races are on the programme in Chantilly today. The main event marks the Prix de Guiche (4th race/15.33 h/80.000 Euro/1800 m). Seven three-year-old stallions/geldings will meet at Group 3 level.

Four weeks ago, a similar match was decided in Longchamp with the Prix la Force (Group 3). In great style, Big Rock (Aurelien Lemaitre) won his third race in a row and for the first time over grass against Padishakh (Cristian Demuro), who also impressed in defeat. The run-in from Paris could be repeated, but Flight Leader (Bauyrzhan Murzabayev), who rallied after a fight in the Prix Noailles (Group 3) at the same venue, will also have something to say about the victory. Horizon Dore (Mickael Barzalona) finished well behind Big Rock, he could be further along in his second start, the same can be said for Rajapour (Christophe Soumillon) who finished third in the Prix de Fontainebleau (Group 3). Grey Tornado (Maxime Guyon) and Circeo (Gerald Mosse) are recommended by their victories in Angers and Saint-Cloud respectively.

Prix d`Hedouville in focus

Longchamp, Sunday 7 May: Good sport comes from Longchamp today, where the Prix d`Hedouville (2nd race/14.33pm/80,000 euros/2400m) appeals to the highest class. Kertez`s (Maxime Guyon) third place in the Prix d`Harcourt (Group 2) should be enough to see the Fabre protégé in front.

He will get support from Galashiels (Bauyrzhan Murzabayev), who last time out in the Prix Lord Seymour (Listed race) did not finish higher than fifth behind Or Gris (Alexis Pouchin). The only mare in the field is Know Thyself (Tony Piccone). Her recent victory in Saint-Cloud, where Haya Zark (Christophe Soumillon) had surprisingly won the Prix Exbury (Group 3) ahead of Kertez, speaks for her. Mutabahi (Cristian Demuro) announced himself at the beginning of the season in Cagnes-sur-Mer, then was no longer on the schedule.

Guineas dress rehearsal in Cologne

Cologne, Sunday, 07 May: The third date of 2023 in Cologne also offered a first-class highlight, the Karin Baronin von Ullmann-Schwarzgold race (Group III, 55,000 Euros, 1,600 m) for three-year-old fillies.

In this test for the Ladies for the German 1000 Guineas, there could be another English victory in a top local three-year-old test after Brave Emperor`s triumph in the Dr. Busch Memorial, as the credentials of Heavenly Breath (B. A. Curtis), entered by Archie Watson, are brilliant. The strongest challenger is possibly Lady Ewelina (E. Pedroza) after winning the 2022 List, furthermore Winter Queen runner-up Empore (A. Starke) pleases. But there are also Maiden winners moving up, of which Atlantica (S. Vogt) is just one example. Here there is 10,000 euros to be earned in the triple bet.

Between 11:20 am and 3:30 pm, a total of eight tests are scheduled, of which races 1 to 5 are also part of the PMU card. The Equalisation I over the mile also has a lot to offer. We are confident that Way To Dubai (E. Pedroza) will score in his first start of the season.

77,777 euros will be paid out in the "7 wins!" bet in races 2 to 8. 10,000 Euros will be paid out in the four-horse bet of the 3rd race (Equalisation IV, 1,600 m). 15,000 Euros will be paid out in the 7th race (Equalisation I, 1,600 m).

2000 Guineas at Newmarket

Newmarket, Saturday 6 May: The classic derby season gets underway at Newmarket today with the 2000 Guineas (6th race/5.40pm/550,000 pounds/1609m).

A year after Coroebus, for whom Charlie Appleby was responsible for Godolphin, the Royal Blues are trying to follow up with Silver Knott (William Buick) and Noble Style (James Doyle), but the two stallions, who have already shown great things at the highest level as two-year-olds, are not among the favourites.

At the top of the betting market are Auguste Rodin (Ryan Moore) and Little Big Bear (Wayne Lordan) from the Aidan O`Brien stable. Both won their last performances the classic way. The spoiler could be Chaldean (Frankie Dettori), who threw off his rider in the Greenham Stakes (Group 3) on his latest attempt but won the Dewhurst Stakes (Group 1) last year after struggling against Royal Scotsman (Jim Crowley). Sakheer (David Egan) is also expected to be up front. He is recommended as the winner of the Mill Reef Stakes (Group 2) against Charyn (Tom Marquand).

Strong start in the Zwinger City

Dresden, Saturday, 06 May: After Hoppegarten, Dresden is considered a particularly important racecourse in the new federal states. On Saturday it will now start in Seidnitz with seven competitions between 2 pm and 5:30 pm. And the card knows how to please.

An Equalisation II over a distance of 2,200 metres can be very appealing. First and foremost, Moukoko (S. Vogt) as a representative of the Derby year, as well as Moonlight Touch (J. Bojko), who has never disappointed, and Waldadler (M. Pecheur), who made a good start to the year, should be noted.

The winning race for three-year-olds over 1,400 metres also attracts promising candidates. Here, the strong 2022 List form of Atlanta City (W. Panov) could be enough.

10,000 euros stand over the four-horse bet of the 6th race (Equalisation IV, 1,400 metres). Frank Fuhrmann seems to be represented interestingly with Casinomaster (M. Abik) and Marali Shauday (M. Lopez).

Start of the Guineas Festival

Newmarket, Friday 5 May: The three-day Guineas Festival starts today at the Rowley Mile in Newmarket. First highlight is the `Mile` (2nd race/14.50pm/80,000 pounds/1609m) at Group 2 level. Native Trail (William Buick), runner-up in the 2000 Guineas (Group 1) twelve months ago, will be tested on his seasonal debut by Light Infantry (Jamie Spencer), who took two honours at the highest level in France last year, where Checkandchallenge (Andrea Atzeni) also enjoyed success.

In the Jockey Club Stakes (5th race/16.35pm/125,000 pounds/2400m) Charlie Appleby is going heavy for Godolphin with Hurricane Lane (William Buick) and Global Storm (James Doyle). They were unsuccessful at Newbury and Meydan respectively in their last appearances but hit it comparatively easy today. The one to beat is West Wind Blows (Jamie Spencer), who finished last year with placings in the Prix Dollar (Group 2) and Prix du Prince d`Orange (Group 3).

Wöhler chance in the Prix Servanne

Chantilly, Thursday, 4 May: The first of a total of three Listed races this late afternoon in Chantilly is aimed at older sprinters. In the Prix Servanne (3rd race/17.18 h/52,000 Euro/1200 m) Andreas Wöhler will saddle Danelo (Cristian Demuro), who recently finished third at Group 3 level in Dresden, for Gestüt Ittlingen.

The four-year-old, who is competing in France for the first time, will primarily be up against Andre Fabres Egot (Bauyrzhan Murzabayev), who currently ran in the Godolphin Mile (Group 2) in Meydan, but disappointingly finished last there. The stallion, who won the Prix du Palais-Royal (Group 3), is favourite over Loubeisien (Maxime Guyon), whose last win here was on the sand track against Le Cadeau (Tony Piccone). Wilderness Girl (Gerald Mosse) is an interesting guest from England, where she recently failed to convince at Doncaster, but narrowly missed winning at List level at Longchamp. Bouttemont (Christophe Soumillon) stayed in the desert, where the Barberot protégé did not manage anything worth counting. Last year he won the Prix de Meautry (Group 3) against Loubeisien and Le Cadeau.

Trials Day at Ascot

Ascot, Wednesday, 3 May: On today`s Trials Day at Ascot, three trials at Group 3 or List level are on the programme.

In the Sagaro Stakes (4th race/16.15 pm/80,000 pounds/3210 m), a trail to the Gold Cup, there will be another duel between Rajinsky (Harry Davies) and Trueshan (Hollie Dolye), who fought out a List race in Nottingham on 12 April. Intervening could be Coltrane (Oisin Murphy), who took Trueshan to the brink of defeat in the Long Distance Cup (Group 2) here.

In the Commonwealth Cup Trial Stakes (5th race/16.50pm/£80,000/1210m), the three-year-olds are among themselves. Last year`s Breeders` Cup classic winner Mischief Magic (William Buick) is the horse to beat. Bradsell (Hollie Doyle), who gave a winning performance here in the Coventry Stakes (Group 2), comes into question as the main opponent. He sent Blackbeard, among others, to the losing line, who in turn had defeated Mischief Magic in the Middle Park Stakes (Group 1). Cold Case (Clifford Lee) won three of his six starts and is among the winningest in the field. Trillium (Pat Dobbs) and Desert Cop (Oisin Murphy) are other contenders accustomed to winning.

For the Queen Anne Stakes, the Bloodstock Paradise Stakes (6th race/5.25pm/60,000 pounds/1610m) rehearses six entrants. My Prospero (Tom Marquand), who finished third in the Champion Stakes (Group 1), should not let the butter be taken off his bread. Chindit (Pat Dobbs), who ran respectably against Baaeed several times last year, and Lusail (James Doyle) are equal opponents.

Group 3 to close in Bordeaux

Bordeaux-Le Bouscat, Tuesday 2 May: The Grand Prix Sc Immobilier Equestre (8th race/15.50/64,000 euros/2650m) will be the main event to conclude today`s eight-race event in Bordeaux. The Group 3 test appeals to older horses. Competitors winning 241,000 Euros or more have to accept an allowance.

Face Time (Matthieu Abrivard) recently underlined his good form in Vincennes as second, which he proved several times over the winter. The victory here in March also speaks in favour of the eight-year-old, whose opponents include Fakir de Mahey (Mathieu Mottier). The fourth in the final of the Grand National du Trot (Group 2) and current winner in Paris is expected in the front. Gala Tejy (Thomas Chalon), Fakir Merite (Franck Marty) and Doux Parfum (Eric Raffin) are other horses with good chances in the allowance band. The strong Falco des Rochers (Axel Lenoir) and Enivrante (Frederic Clozier) can expect a lot from the basic brand.

Fire of the Sun in the Prix du Muguet

Saint-Cloud, Monday 1 May. Nine races will be decided today in Saint-Cloud. The Prix du Muguet (4th race/15.48/130,000 Euro/1600 m) takes centre stage and appeals to four-year-old and older horses.

German hopes rest on Fire of The Sun (Bauyrzhan Murzabayev) from the stable of Peter Schiergen. The stallion returns to the site of his last defeat. In the Prix Perth (Group 3), he finished well behind Facteur Cheval (Gerald Mosse), Tribalist (Mickael Barzalona) and Rosacea (Alexis Pouchin) in the beaten field, who finished first by clear margins. The result was recently turned on its head in the Prix Edmond Blanc (Group 3). Tribalist won this time ahead of Facteur Cheval and Rosacea. The Revenant (Tony Piccone) moved into second place, before that he won here at list level. In the Prix Daniel Wildenstein (Group 2), the Graffard protégé Erevann (Christophe Soumillon), who in his five-start career has only suffered defeat in the Prix du Haras de Fresnay-le-Buffard (Group 1), lost. Fort Payne (Maxime Guyon) pleases with two wins on the sand track.

Derby hopes in Munich

Munich, Monday, 1 May: It has been seven years since the last Derby winner, Isfahan, won the Bavarian Classic in 2016. But the Group III race over 2,000 metres, which goes into its next round at the Munich-Riem racecourse on May Bank Holiday Monday, is still regarded as one of the most important warm-up races for the Blue Riband.

Nine candidates will be competing this time. The search is on for the successor to Lavello, who defeated the later Derby hero Sammarco here in 2022. Fantastic Moon (R. Piechulek) returns as local hero after his triumph in the Prize of the Winter Favourite. Perhaps Alpenjäger (S. Vogt) is also capable of another Group victory right away. He won the Ratibor race in great style. The first victory of Mr Hollywood (L. Delozier) was trend-setting.

Eight races are on the card on Monday between 1.15pm and 5.15pm, including a 2,000 metre equaliser II. Lordano (R. Piechulek) could pick up the thread of success. Vaisseau Fantome (A. d. d. Troost) also seems destined for higher things.

10,000 Euros are waiting to be paid out in the quadruple bet of the 6th race (winless, 1,600 m). This sum is also to be won in the V4 bet, which is offered in races 4,5,6 and 7 and in which the four winners are to be tipped.