Derby winner Sammarco challenges Aga Khan mare in the Dallmayr Prize

Munich, Sunday, 31 July: Not only half of Munich is looking forward to this, but also many other fans of gallop sport: The race day for the Grand Dallmayr Prize (Group I, 155,000 Euros, 2,000 m) on Sunday in the city of the German record champion will again attract the public in droves.

One can look forward to Derby winner Sammarco who, due to the suspension of his winning rider Bauyrzhan Murzabayev, now competes with Rene Piechulek for the first time since his success in the race of the year and returns to a 400-metre shorter distance. Park Wiedinger from Peter Schiergen`s stable is of course a great addition to the race. In Horn he already left Queroyal (now with Adrie de Vries) clearly behind, but he might be better off on this track than over 2,400 metres. The Aga Khan mare Ebaiyra (C. Soumillon) solved a compulsory task sovereignly, but was even in front in Hong Kong and is the opponent for Sammarco. Dawn Intello (G. Mosse), also from France, impressed several times in Italy. Best of Lips (M. Seidl) delivered solid performances. The same goes for Rubaiyat (M. Cadeddu), who is engaged on an unusually long distance. Amazing Grace (A. Starke) had no problems at List level in Hamburg, but she can also achieve something here.

An Equalisation II leading over 2,000 metres also knows how to please. Flying Rocket (W. Panov) could continue his winning streak here. The quadruple bet with a guaranteed payout of 15,000 Euros is offered in the 8th race (Equalisation III, 1,600 metres). Clementine (W. Panov) and Kiki Dee (L. Wolff) are two of the possibilities. Races 1 to 6 of the total of nine competitions between 10:50 am and 3:35 pm are also part of the PMU programme.

Eight mares in the Lillie Langtry Stakes

Goodwood, Saturday, 30 July: The `Glorious Goodwood` festival is drawing to a close. Today there are seven more exciting races on the programme. Highly contested are the Group 2 Lillie Langtry Stakes (4th race/15.45/300,000 pounds/2820m), reserved for fillies.

In contention for victory is Sea La Rosa (Tom Marquand) from the William Haggas stable. The four-year-old won the Pinnacle Stakes (Group 3) at Haydock against Viola (Daniel Muscutt) and most recently she finished runner-up in the Lancashire Oaks (Group 2). A year younger Emily Dickinson (Ryan Moore) came in fourth in the Irish Oaks (Group 1) and before that the O`Brien mare battled to victory in the Stanerra Stakes (Group 3). Yesyes (Rob Hornby) makes her seasonal debut. On her last start in the Prix de Royallieu (Group 1) she did not finish beyond midfield. Glenartney (Ross Coakley) enters as a fresh Listed winner. Urban Artist ran in the Summer Handicap at last year`s Festival and narrowly missed out on victory. Forbearance (Hollie Doyle) finished seven and a half lengths behind Emily Dickinson at Leopardstown. Typewriter (David Probert) could do nothing in the Queen`s Vase (Group 2).

Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)Goodwood, Saturday, 30 July: The `Glorious Goodwood` festival is drawing to a close. Today there are seven more exciting races on the programme. Highly contested are the Group 2 Lillie Langtry Stakes (4th race/15.45/300,000 pounds/2820m), reserved for fillies.

In contention for victory is Sea La Rosa (Tom Marquand) from the William Haggas stable. The four-year-old won the Pinnacle Stakes (Group 3) at Haydock against Viola (Daniel Muscutt) and most recently she finished runner-up in the Lancashire Oaks (Group 2). A year younger Emily Dickinson (Ryan Moore) came in fourth in the Irish Oaks (Group 1) and before that the O`Brien mare battled to victory in the Stanerra Stakes (Group 3). Yesyes (Rob Hornby) makes her seasonal debut. On her last start in the Prix de Royallieu (Group 1) she did not finish beyond midfield. Glenartney (Ross Coakley) enters as a fresh Listed winner. Urban Artist ran in the Summer Handicap at last year`s Festival and narrowly missed out on victory. Forbearance (Hollie Doyle) finished seven and a half lengths behind Emily Dickinson at Leopardstown. Typewriter (David Probert) could do nothing in the Queen`s Vase (Group 2).

BBAG Auction Race in Cologne for 52,000 Euros

Cologne, Saturday, 30 July: July is slowly winding down, but there are still highlights galore in German gallop sport. On Saturday, Cologne offers an important race for two-year-old horses with the BBAG Auction Race (52,000 Euros, 1,300 m).

25,000 euros await the owner of the winner. And according to the Hamburg impression, that could be Power Daddy (A. de Vries), who made a first-class debut on the Derby track. But he will have to deal with exciting novices like See Paris (M. Cadeddu), who has a promising role model as the brother of the Italian Guineas runner-up See Hector.

Races 1 to 6 will be broadcast to France. Eight tests between 10:50 am and 2:35 pm are enticing. The four-horse bet with a guaranteed payout of 10,000 Euros will be offered in the 6th race (Equalisation IV, 1,600 m). Here, Freak (L. Wolff) could land the well-deserved hit.

Hohneck hard to beat

Enghien, Saturday, 30 July: The Prix de Washington (7th race/17.35/120,000 Euro/1609 m) in Enghien today promises to be a fast-paced match. Just under three weeks ago, a similar match was decided in La Capelle.

Hohneck (Francois Lagadeuc) justified his high estimation with an easy success over Delia du Pommereux (David Thomain), who defended the rank of honour safely ahead of Violetto Jet (Franck Nivard) and Dorgos de Guez (Nicolas Bazire). The first two are in top form and start the race from the innermost places on the grid. They will have to watch out for Elie de Beaufour (Jean-Michel Bazire), who recently performed well in Vichy and finished a strong second in the Prix Chambon P (Group 2). Galius (Yoann Lebourgeois), defeated on the line in the Prix d`Amérique, did not come close to the Bazire gelding but finished ahead of Delia du Pommereux, Rebella Matters (Christophe Martens) and Dorgos de Guez. From Italy, the in-form Bleff Dipa (Roberto Vecchione) should be noted.

Hokkaido Jiel faces solvable task

Enghien, Wednesday 27 July: The Enghien summer meeting continues today with an eight-race programme. The highlight is the Prix de la Chaussee d`Antin (6th race/19.33h/80,000 Euro/2875m), a yearling comparison between five- and six-year-old horses.

Despite allowance, Hokkaido Jiel (David Thomain) should be able to solve the task. Currently, the Dersoir protégé surprised in the Prix Jean Le Gonidec (Group 2) behind the winning Hohneck. Heliade du Goutier (Gabriele Gelormini), who has been successful twice in Scandinavia, should also be able to overcome her handicap. From the basic brand, Hobbes (Alexandre Abrivard) should make it furthest, even if the `red` form in the Prix de Grasse (Group 3) casts a bad light. Heraut d`Armes (Nicolas Bazire) and Hinden (Franck Nivard) were pleasing in the Prix du Lovure (Group 3) in the places and are conceivable in the betting, as is the in-form Galileo Bello (Benjamin Rochard).

Two Listed Races in Tarbes

Tarbes, Monday 25 July: A great event with higher quality races will take place in Tarbes today.

The first Listed race is aimed at two-year-old horses in the Critérium du Bequet (3rd race/14.23pm/60,000 euros/1100m). Lova (Maxime Guyon), who ran well in the Prix Robert Papin (Group 2), should be able to solve the task. Anna Karenine (Alexandre Gavilan) easily defeated Fancy Me (Ioritz Mendizabal) in La Teste-de-Buch. Both of them, like the already victorious Sister of Love (Maryline Eon), Ribera (Jean-Bertrand Eyquem) and Dabbiya (Cristian Demuro), are conceivable in front. The only stallion in the field is Souzak (Anthony Crastus), who has attracted attention with good placings so far.

The three-year-old mares are under order in the Prix la Sorellina (4th race/14.58 h/55,000 Euro/1500 m). Times Square (Maxime Guyon) hits it comparatively easy. The Ferland mare ran in the Poule d`Essai des Pouliches (Group 1) and finished an excellent third, but later came away empty-handed in the Prix de Diane (Group 1). Ataared (Cristian Demuro) ran without exception at today`s level this year and always returned to the stable with money. Also Gregarina (Sylvain Ruis) recently pleased at high odds as List second far ahead of Chausson`s Roses (Simon Planque). Anterselva (Tony Piccone) should do better this time than in the Prix Sandringham (Group 2).

Germans in Dieppe

Dieppe, Sunday 24 July: An eight-race event with German participation will be staged in Dieppe today. The Prix du Chemin des Aigles (6th race/17.35 h/23,000 Euro/3000 m), run as a three-year-old handicap, is the target of Andreas Suborics and Waldemar Hickst, who saddle Drovka (Martin Seidl) and Dörthe (Marie Velon).

The former ran placed several times in France and is on the verge of her first career win. The Hickst mare won a sales race in Clairefontaine about three weeks ago and was successful in Cologne before that. She benefits from the permission rider. Secession (Maxime Guyon) delivered only good performances with one exception. Her most recent place of honour in a similar match 15 days ago stamps her as the favourite. Collandres (Cristian Demuro) should no longer be underestimated after her surprising honourable mention in Le Lion d`Angers. Chatterton (Mickael Berto) and Mightyborough (Maximilien Justum) are recommended by their provincial victories.

Racing Day of Berlin Sport with Top Group Races

Hoppegarten, Sunday, 24 July: The Derby was only three weeks ago, but on Sunday in Berlin-Hoppegarten there is already the first group race of 2022 with three-year-olds and older horses - the Dreamgirl Fürstenberg race (Group III, 55,000 Euros, 2,400 m) on the Berlin Sports Race Day.

Virginia Storm (M. Cadeddu) held her own in both the Badische Wirtschaft Grand Prix and the Hansa Prize. Nubius (R. Piechulek) is always a factor. Among the three-year-olds, Lotterbov (M. Pecheur) pleases in the form from Düsseldorf, even though he had no chance in the Derby. One can be curious about the fresh Group winner India (A. Starke).

With nine races starting at 10:50 am, there is a bulging card. The first seven tests are also part of the PMU programme in France. In the Equalisation II over 1,600 metres Vicente (A. Starke) could be right up front again. The four-horse bet with a guaranteed payout of 11,111 Euros will be offered in the 9th race (Equalisation III, 2,400 metres). Whisky Train (S. Byrne) and Miraval (W. Panov) are particularly appealing.

Rain of money in Bad Harzburg!

Bad Harzburg, Saturday, 23.07.2022: Ten races and among them a lot of highlights, Saturday in Bad Harzburg has it all. In the Grand Prix of the Braunschweigische Landessparkasse - BBAG Auction Race over 1,850 metres, top-class three-year-olds will meet.

Nastaria (S. Byrne) is on the verge of a victory in this class, as the place of honour from Hamburg proves. Funky Lady (A. v. d. Troost) also made a strong impression in Horn. Nerian (E. Pedroza), Malekan (L. Wolff), and Nanjo (M. Pecheur) are also staking claims.

The three super handicaps on the 1,850-metre course promise a real windfall. 15,000 euros beckon as prize money for each of the active riders, but two of the three four-man bets are also offered here.

A fabulous 77,777 euros (the highest sum of 2022 so far) is the guaranteed payout in the Equalisation III (6th race). This includes a jackpot of 34,122.62 euros. In the field of 14, Uncle Volli (C. Santangelo) could be one of the horses with the best chances.

11,111 euros are guaranteed to be won in the four-horse bet of the other Super Handicap Equaliser III (3rd race). The Hamburg winner Neruas (S. Terachi) could be one of the stakes winners here.

Also 11,111 Euros are offered in the four-way bet of the 9th race (Equalisation IV, 2,000 m). Perhaps Princess Maxi (A. Weis) will be able to hold her own here.

In the Super Handicap Compensation II, Healey (A. Pietsch) and Filimon (L.-M. Engels) are only two of the options.

Torquator Tasso at Ascot

Ascot, Saturday, 23 July: A small but select field will contest the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot today (4th race/16.35 h/1.25 million pounds/2406 m). The eyes of the German fan community are on Torquator Tasso (Rene Piechulek) from the stable of Marcel Weiss.

After his disastrous season debut, the `Arc` winner made an impressive comeback at the meeting in Hamburg and won the Hansa Prize (Group 2) untouched. Today`s opponents, however, are again made of different stuff. Westover (Colin Keane) impressed in the Irish Derby (Group 1) with a seven-length triumph and is seen by the bookies ahead of Emily Upjohn (Frankie Dettori), who had to miss the Irish Oaks last weekend due to transport difficulties. Prior to that she finished second in the English Mares` Derby. Mishriff (James Doyle) narrowly missed scoring his first of the season in the Eclipse Stakes (Group 1) after coming in `far from home` in the Saudi Cup (Group 1). Broome (Ryan Moore) only saw Torquator Tassi from behind in the `Arc de Triomphe`. Pyledriver (P. McDonald) did everything right behind the winner in the Coronation Cup (Group 1).

Many horses in form at Krefeld Friday

Krefeld, Friday, 22 July: Six racing days are being held in Germany this week. And this Friday it is Krefeld`s turn. Six races are on the card between 4 and 6:30 pm.

The highlight is an Equaliser III over 1,300 metres with many horses in form. Circuskind (J. Boysen) is winning race after race this year. But maybe Scipio (E. Pedroza) can turn the tables now. Erika Maeder`s Ken Red (M. Seidl) should be strongly considered. Olidaya (C. Müller) has offered herself strongly. The four-way bet with a guaranteed payout of 10,000 euros is tempting in this test.

Will Runnymede stay on the winning track?

Vichy, Friday, 22 July: Another Listed race gets underway in Vichy today. In the Prix Jacques de Bremond (3rd race/14.50 h/52.000 Euro/1600 m) Runnymede (Rene Piechulek), trained by Sarah Steinberg for the Salzburg stable, tries to extend his winning streak.

The Dansili son has won three times in France this year, most recently a `Classe 1` in Longchamp against strong horses. He will be challenged by Pamouschana (Theo Bachelot), who announced herself emphatically as third in a Listed race for mares twelve days ago. Amedras (Eddy Hardouin) and Breizh Eagle (Ioritz Mendizabal) were mid-pack in the Prix de la Porte Maillot at Group 3 level. Both were expected to play a leading role. Integrant (Clement Lecoeuvre) and Reshabar (Mickael Barzalona) are in good form and conceivable far in front.

Mares in the Prix Madame Jean Couturie

Vichy, Thursday 21 July: The Prix Madame Jean Couturie (7th race/5.32pm/55,000 Euro/2000m), which is part of the list class, is up for decision in Vichy today in penultimate place. Pennine Hills (Cristian Demuro) won a similarly designed test in Chantilly as an outsider.

In the Prix de Sandringham (Group 2), disillusionment followed, she came in a distant last. Despite her maximum weight, she is expected to win. Frivole (Maxime Guyon), Perle Rouge (Eddy Hardouin), Save Your Breath (Valentin Seguy) and Cantilena (Mickael Barzalona) won their latest performances and are also first choice. Blue Wings (Theo Bachelot) goes promoted. The three-year-old last ran in the Prix Saint-Alary (Group 1). Jouza (Clement Lecouvre) repeatedly performed well on lists. Portalma (Anthony Crastus) competes with interesting forms from Spain.

Youngsters at Group 3 level

Leopardstown, Thursday 21 July: Separated by sex, two Group 3 races for the youngest active yearling will be run at Leopardstown today.

In the fillies` Silver Flash Stakes (2nd race/19.00/50,000 Euro/1400m), Never Ending Story (Ryan Moore) and Zarinsk (Colin Keane), who won at the Curragh, are riding high. The latter finished a good fourth last time out at Group 2 level ahead of It`s Showtime Baby (Shane Foley). Zoinnocent (Shane Crosse) is also expected to finish well ahead as the conqueror of La Dolce Vita (Gavin Ryan) at Gowran Park. With Love (Seamie Heffernan) could do no better than win at Leopardstown.

The Tyros Stakes (3rd race/19.30/50,000 euros/1400m) could be an affair for Age Of Kings (Ryan Moore), whose fourth-place finish in the Railway Stakes (Group 2) pleased well. Pearling Path (David Egan) continued his upward trend with second in the Chesham Stakes (Listed race) and is in contention for the top places with Hellsing (Colin Keane), Proud And Regal (Gavin Ryan) and Voce Del Palio (Declan McDonogh), who have also already been successful.

It`s teeming with obstacle highlights!

Bad Harzburg, Thursday, 21 July: We can`t remember the last time this happened at another track - three steeplechase races in one day. This Thursday the racing club in Bad Harzburg makes it possible.

In the Prize of the Harzer Volksbank(Listed race, 11,111 Euros, 3,400 m) Cabot Cliffs (H. Tabet) should finish far ahead again after his success on the flat on Sunday. Four guests from Eastern Europe are the opponents. Locomotive (R. Bens) could be furthest ahead of them.

In a hurdle race over 3,400 metres the Czech Meeradler (J. Kratochvil) will compete as last year`s winner. In a chase race over 3,600 metres Angostura (P. Kasny) and One Down (H. Tabet) are engaged with best chances.

In the Equalisation II over 2,400 metres, Legacy (L. Wolff) could excel once again.

The four-way bet with a guaranteed payout of 11,111 Euros will be played out in the 6th race (Equalisation IV, 1,350 metres). Zeven Falls (S. Daroszewski) and Gainsborough Hat (J. Boysen) are potential bank horses. A total of seven tests await you between 4pm and 7:10pm.

Saudi Cup winner in the Grand Prix de Vichy

Vichy, Wednesday, 20 July: The summer meeting at the Hippodrome Bellerive reaches its preliminary climax today with the Grand Prix de Vichy (6th race/21.45 pm/80,000 Euro/2000 m), which counts as a Group 3 race.

The star of the six-strong field is the US-American Emblem Road (Olivier Peslier), for whom Alessandro and Giuseppe Botti are currently responsible. This year, the four-year-old surprisingly won the Saudi Cup, worth 20 million dollars, at that time still under the direction of Mitab Almulawah. Now he begins his European tour with the aim of contesting the Breeders` Cup at Keeneland. Six pounds cheaper in the match is Kertez (Maxime Guyon), who finished a good third in the recent La Coupe (Group 3). The in-form Diamond Vendôme (Simon Planque), who has won several times this season, could end up in the betting, as did the Riocorvo (Gerald Mosse), Sundoro (Mickael Barzalona) and Coeur Machen (Cristian Demuro), who recently performed well in May.

Best class in the Prix de Cap Esterel

Cagnes-sur-Mer, Monday, 18 July: The week starts on the Riviera with a seven-race programme around the Prix de Cap Esterel (4th race/19.50 h/71,000 Euro/2925 m), which belongs to Group 3. Six-year-old and older stallions/geldings up to a winning sum of 720,000 euros are addressed here.

Ecureuil Jenilou (Gwenn Junod) has had a successful winter meeting. He finished third in the Prix de la Côte d`Azur (Group 3) ahead of Alcoy (Christophe Martens) and won the Grand Prix de Noel (Group 3) ahead of Eden Basque (Nicolas Ensch) and Eclat de Gloire (Loris Garcia). The Baudron protégé is competing after a promoted start in preparation and should be better than Alcoy, whose outstanding performances this season include two fourth places at the highest Group level. Currently, he only managed second to last place in the Copenhagen Cup (Group 1). Eden Basque surprisingly defeated Evariste du Bourg (Steve Stefano) in Marseille, who was better than his opponent here in January and is eager for revenge.

A lot on offer in Chantilly

Chantilly, Sunday, 17 July: High-class sport is coming from Chantilly today, where the Prix Robert Papin (3rd race/14.33 h/130,000 Euro/1200 m), reserved for two-year-old horses, will be the first of a total of three Group races.

Aidan O`Brien is sending two candidates from Ireland into the race. Blackbeard (Ioritz Mendizabal) already scored in the Coventry Stakes (Group 2) and in the Railway Stakes (Group 2) and is rated higher than his training companion The Antarctic (Mickael Barzalona), who remained pale in the Norfolk Stakes (Group 2). Balbek (Olivier Peslier) and Lova (Anthony Crastus) settled the Prix du Bois (Group 3) among themselves here and are once again expected to be in the front running. Bottle of Bubbles (Simon Planque), who won in Italy, and Vicious Harry (Tony Piccone), who finished second ahead of her in the Prix la Fleche (Listed race), are also candidates for the final.

The Prix Chloe (5th race/15.50/80,000 Euro/1800m) is aimed at three-year-old mares and sees Sippinsoda (Cristian Demuro), fourth in the Prix Saint-Alary (Group 1), as the winner. Daisy Maisy (Gregory Benoist) and Tariyana (Stephane Pasquier) did not go wrong in the Prix de Diane (Group 1) and should have a say in the awarding of the premiums.

Wally (Cristian Demuro) should not be denied the Prix Messidor (6th race/16.25pm/80,000 euros/1600m) after his honours finish in the Prix d`Ispahan (Group 1), with Axdavali (Maxime Guyon) and Longvillers (Gregory Benoist) also expected to be in the front-runners with good seasonal performances.

Order Of Australia the favourite in the Minstrel Stakes

Curragh, Sunday 17 July: The first Group 2 race of today`s event at the Curragh, the Minstrel Stakes (2nd race/15.10pm/120,000 Euro/1410m), is aimed at three-year-olds and older horses. Order Of Australia (Ryan Moore), who won the Breeders` Cup two years ago, made his seasonal debut in the Queen Anne Stakes (Group 1) and certainly impressed when finishing third. The O`Brien protégé can`t avoid the role of favourite, but he has a tough task on his hands with Pearls Galore (W. Lee), who came up trumps in the Lanwades Stud Stakes (Group 2). Dr Zempf (Colin Keane) is pushing hard to be the winner of the Ballycorus Stakes (Group 3).

Mares are the target of the Kilboy Estate Stakes (5th race/16.55/120,000 Euro/1810 m). The way to victory leads through Purplepay (Tom Marquand), who ran strongly in the Prix de Sandringham (Group 2). Potapova (Colin Keane) showed she belongs to the top of the age group in the Princess Elizabeth Stakes (Group 3) when second and is also eligible for the front places. Rumbles Of Thunder (W. Lee) and Seisai (Shane Crosse) are other promising contenders.

Irish Oaks without Emily Upjohn

Curragh, Saturday 16 July: With only seven horses, the Irish Oaks (5th race/16.45/500,000 Euro/2410m) is on today at the Curragh. The organiser has to lament the absence of Emily Upjohn, who could not make the trip to Ireland due to transport difficulties.

Thus, Magical Lagoon (Shane Foley) is in the favour of the betting public. She currently won the Ribblesdale Stakes (Group 2) against History (Wayne Lordan), who previously played no part in the Irish 1000 Guineas. Cairde Go Deo (Colin Keane) has made a name for herself as a two-time Listed winner and is a firm favourite, as is Emily Dickinson (Seamie Heffernan), who narrowly lost out at Group 3 level recently. Toy (Ryan Moore) did not hit it easy repeatedly at Group 1 level in France. The choice of jockey speaks for the O`Brien mare. Show Of Stars (W. Lee) and Fennela (Shane Crosse) scored in smaller tasks.

My Prospero ready for the Prix Eugene Adam

Saint-Cloud, Saturday, 16 July: Seven horses will contest the Prix Eugene Adam (6th race/20.00/130.000 Euro/2000 m), which is part of Group 2, in Saint-Cloud today. The long journey from England should be worthwhile for My Prospero (Tom Marquand).

The three-year-old, trained by William Haggas, recently improved in the St James`s Palace Stakes (Group 1) with a third place close behind the two fastest horses. He will have to be wary of Andre Fabre`s Junko (Maxime Guyon), who has yet to tolerate an opponent in front of him in his three-start career and recently scored his most valuable at Group 3 level. Galaxie Gold (Ioritz Mendizabal) battled to victory in the Prix Hocquart (Group 2) with L`Astronome, who finished fifth in the Grand Prix de Paris (Group 1) two days ago. Vagalame (Tony Piccone) will find a large following as the French Derby fifth. Zagrey (Gregory Benoist) and Haya Zark (Cristian Demuro) are fresh List winners. The latter defeated Russipant Fal (Hugo Lebouc) by three quarters of a length.

Two super handicaps as a betting spectacle at the Harz start

Bad Harzburg, Saturday, 16 July: Many gymnastics fans have been looking forward to this for many weeks: On Saturday, the five great days of the race week in Bad Harzburg begin.

It`s straight into the full swing with nine races between 2 pm and 6:15 pm. The Super Handicaps, each with a princely purse of 15,000 Euros, are outstanding. In the Equalisation III over the 1,850 metre distance (5th race) there is a guaranteed payout of 22,222 Euros in the four-way bet. 8,934.81 Euros are included here. With 16 candidates, the field is full to the brim. The perennially placed Dantos (S. Biessey) and the three-year-old Agent Sim (11) are two of the possible reserve horses.

In the equivalent Equalisation IV over 1,850 metres (8th race), 11,111 Euros will be offered. Here, too, the starting limit is reached with 16 horses. Koebes (L.-M. Engels) would have fully deserved a hit and will appear on many betting slips as a bank.

Grand National du Trot in Cabourg

Cabourg, Friday, July 15: The eighth leg of the Grand National du Trot (2nd race/19.33 h/90,000 euros/2725 m) will be run today in Cabourg and will appeal to horses that have already taken part in a race this year. Hanna des Molles (Alexandre Abrivard) acted in three attempts so far not quite happy. In Châteaubriant she made it to second place, but then two gallops followed. The mare should have a say in the victory if it goes smoothly, but must not allow herself a misstep against Elvis du Vallon (David Thomain), who recently attracted attention with a strong performance in Vincennes as fourth despite allowance. Farah des Caux (Benjamin Rochard), Django du Bocage (Yoann Lebourgeois) and Eire d`Helios (Francois Lagadeuc), who remained among themselves at the first stage, are also first choice. Crack Money (Cedric Terry) knew how to please in the Prix de New York (Course A) when third, well ahead of Freyja du Pont (Nicolas Bazire) and Digne et Droit (Tony Le Beller), among others, and is by no means just looking for a little place money. Girolamo (Antoine Lherete) keeps running to the front and could provide the surprise.

Miesau sole organiser on Friday

Miesau, Friday, 15 July: This should be a very special day in the club`s history - Miesau is the only track in Germany to offer gallop races on Friday. So on the livestream you have the full focus for yourself. There are six gallop tests scheduled from 16:45, after a riding horse race.

In a 2,350-metre handicap, Nastasja Volz-Degel`s Shadow Star (N. Wagner) could score his third in a row. Dyllan (L. Grigorieva) impressed a lot in Zweibrücken and could come up trumps again in a 1,900-metre Equaliser IV.

No real revenge in the Grand Prix de Paris

Longchamp, Thursday, July 14: Today`s National Day in France will see great sport at the posh Longchamp track. The absolute highlight of the nine races is the Grand Prix de Paris (8th race/20.50 pm/600,000 euros/2400 m), but the classic only partially lives up to its reputation as a Derby revenge. Only two of the top five finishers remained standing at the last scratch. El Bodegon (Ioritz Mendizabal), from the quarters of James Ferguson, was closest in second to the winning Vadeni, and behind him Onesto (Stephane Pasquier), for whom Fabrice Chappet is responsible, came in fifth in the dead heat. Both face the Irish-bred Piz Badile (Gavin Ryan), who played no part in the Epsom Derby but finished a sensational second in the Irish Derby (Group 1). Best chances are also given to three current winners. Eldar Eldarov (David Egan) won the Queen`s Vase (Group 2) at Ascot, L`Astronome (Christophe Soumillon) claimed the Prix Hocquart (Group 2) and Simca Mille (Theo Bachelot) was other goods in the Prix du Lys (Group 3).

With German participation, the Prix de Malleret (6th race/19:33/130,000 euros/2400 m) goes over the stage. Sascha Smrczek saddles the Oaks-d`Italia third Zefania (Stephane Pasquier), but counts against the fresh list winners Raclette (Olivier Peslier) and Lastotchka (Theo Bachelot) as well as Baiykara (Christophe Soumillon), who was successful at Group 3 level, only among the outsiders.

Interesting card in Enghien

Enghien, Wednesday 13 July: Another event comes from Enghien today, where the Prix de la Place du Mail (6th race/6.58pm/75,000 euros/2875m) is one of the most sporting races. The trotting race is assigned to the category `Course B` and appeals to six-year-old and older horses.

A look at the form chart highlights Fakir de l`Ecluse (Alexandre Abrivard), who was close to the winner here on 18 June despite allowance and ultimately finished a strong second to Dow Jones Emge (Estelle Croisic). The latter was a huge outsider at the same place in April, just behind Fakir de l`Ecluse, which is why the Meunier protégé also seems to have a good chance. Elino Bilou (Guillaume Martin) and First Princess (Mathieu Mottier) fought out a Montè between themselves in March, both are considered for the front places. Esperanza Idole (Adrien Ernault) was respectable in better tasks and is conceivable as a winner at any time, which also applies to Doux Parfum (Eric Raffin), who does well in all disciplines.

Ebaiyra hard to beat

Chantilly, Tuesday, July 12: Four- and five-year-old mares will contest today`s Prix de la Pepiniere (4th race/15.33/48,000 euros/2100 m) in Chantilly, which counts as a Listed class. Best class embodies Ebaiyra (Christophe Soumillon) trained by Francis-Henri Graffard for the Aga Khan. In the previous year, she achieved two victories at group level as well as placings at the very highest level. In the Hong Kong Vase (Group 1) Ebaiyra finished third, in the Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud (Group 1) the mare took the place of honor ahead of In Swoop, among others. Behind her is seen Any Time Soon (Mickael Barzalona), who finished fifth behind Ebaiyra in the Prix Zarkava (Listed race) and later cut a good figure in the Prix Gold River (Listed race) when third ahead of Solania (Maxime Guyon). Alula Borealis (Hugo Besnier) pleased in a similar fixture ahead of Galifa (Thomas Trullier), who then pinned a Quinté handicap to her banner at Longchamp. Amazonie (Cristian Demuro) should not be judged by her recent strike result, last year`s good performances speak for her. My Holy Fox (Stephane Pasquier) didn`t show anything useful for a while, but she shouldn`t have made the long way to France for nothing. Stormy Pouss (Antonio Orani) won last year on list level.

Comeback of Tides of War

Compiegne, Monday, 11 July: Eight exciting races are up for decision at the Hippodrome de Compiegne today. One of the better races is the Prix de Saint-Crépin run as `Classe 2` (4th race/15.15 h/27,000 Euro/2400 m).

In the seven-strong field, the Andre Fabre-trained Tides of War (Adrian Le Lay Martin) enters as favourite under his permit rider. The four-year-old is making his comeback, having not competed since October. At that time, the Fabre protégé surprised in the Prix Chaudenay (Group 2), finishing third ahead of Alter Adler, among others. The priority is to beat Wheelie (Christophe Soumillon), who won twice in April and has since taken a break. Smile Makers (Mickael Barzalona), who only competed in the Prix Ganay (Group 1), also has good chances. On 19 May, the gelding finished in a good third place ahead of Whispering Ocean (Maxime Guyon), who ran very weakly after good previous performances. Sea Dreamin (Cristian Demuro) was too demanding in the Prix Vicomtesse Vigier (Group 2) and should do better in today`s company. Barbadin (Hugo Journiac) was currently in action over the obstacles. Sir George (Antoine Subias) could benefit from the favourable brand.

Cologne Sunday with candidates capable of improvement

Cologne, Sunday, 10 July: After the three days of racing in Leipzig, Hanover and Magdeburg, the race continues on Sunday at Weidenpescher Park in Cologne. Eight tests will be offered between 11:20 am and 3:15 pm. Races 1-4 are also part of the PMU card.

In the Equalisation III over 2,400 metres, we trust the impressive winner Akua`rius (S. Byrne) to do even better. But also the training companion Par Coeur (L.-M. Engels) has not done much wrong yet. In the counterpart over 1,850 metres the track specialist Macan (L.-M. Engels) could show himself from a better side after the fourth place from here.

In the youngsters over 1,300 metres, Mister Hollow (M. Cadeddu) can already score the first coup after his Iffezheim placing. But Habana (E. Pedroza) and Postman (A. Starke) look like dangerous newcomers.

10,000 Euros beckon as a guaranteed payout in the 4th race (Equalisation IV, 1,850 m). Here Monsieur Vancouver (A. Starke) and Flamingo Art (J. Bojko) are two of the options.

Modern Games back on the winning track?

Deauville, Sunday 10 July: Eleven of the best sprinters of the 2019-born crop meet today in the classic Prix Jean Prat (5th race/15.50/400,000 euros/1400m).

Trained by Charlie Appleby for Godolphin, Modern Games (William Buick) made his first appearance over two kilometres in the French Derby and was promptly beaten. Prior to that he easily won the Poule d`Essai des Poulains (Group 1) against Texas (Clement Lecoeuvre) and Tribalist (Mickael Barzalona). Modern Games is also considered a candidate for victory, as is Richard Hannon`s Lusail (Pat Dobbs), who narrowly missed out on victory in the St James`s Palace Stakes (Group 1). In that fixture New Energy (Robert Colgan) played no part but ran strongly behind the winner in the Irish 2000 Guineas before that. Light Infantry (Jamie Spencer) finished not far behind Lusail in the English 2000 Guineas, the previous year the Simcock protégé won two races. Rozgar (Christophe Soumillon) has yet to lose a game this year. Tenebrism (Ryan Moore) came off respectably in the Coronation Stakes (Group 1). Accakaba (Maxime Guyon) is recommended by two Group placings. Mangoustine (Olivier) won at Longchamp and disappointed at Ascot. Siam Paragon (Stephane Pasquier) took a short break after winning a Listed race.

Mister F Daag on preferred route

La Capelle, Sunday, 10 July: The Group 3 Prix de la Communauté de Communes (8th race/15.32/100,000 euros/1609 m) awaits the conclusion of today`s eight-race event at La Capelle.

Mister F Daag (Robin Bakker), who is registered in the German studbook, delivered his masterpiece in the Elitloppet final. The Hagoort protégé, who was released late, finished third, winning the preliminary race as a giant outsider. Mister F Daag will be up against Delia du Pommereux (David Thomain), who is at home on all tracks and finished fifth in the Grand Critérium de Vitesse (Group 1) over the distance required today. Currently, the nine-year-old came in behind Hohneck (Francois Lagadeuc), for whom only good performances speak. Dorgos de Guez (Tristan Ouvrie) could be far in memory of old strength. Calle Crown (Pierre Vercruysse) and Violetto Jet (Franck Nivard) are equipped with place chances.

Many form horses in the July Cup

Newmarket, Saturday 9 July: The July Festival at Rowley Mile concludes today with a seven-race programme centred around the classic July Cup (6th race/5.25pm/600,000 pounds/1210m).

Perfect Power (Christoph Soumillon) held his own in the Commonwealth Cup (Group 1) in today`s hand, easily correcting the strike result previously taken in the English 2000 Guineas with an easy win over Flaming Rib (Ben Curtis). His pursuers include the Platinum Jubilee Stakes (Group 1) first-placed Naval Crown (James Doyle), Creative Force (William Buick) and Artorius (Jamie Spencer). Romantic Proposal (Chris Hayes), who has been performing well at List level recently, should also play a leading role. Alcohol Free (Rob Hornby) scored in last year`s Falmouth Stakes (Group 1) but has been a shadow of her former self recently at Ascot. Cadamosto (Seamie Heffernan) and Happy Romance (Sean Levey) have the class to cause a surprise.

Best Lightning in the Summer Mile

Ascot, Saturday, 9 July: The Group 2 Summer Mile (4th race/16.35/140,000 pounds/1600m) at Ascot is today`s target for Andreas Suborics` Best Lightning (Martin Seidl), who, however, is only one of the outsiders in the seven-strong field.

The current auction race winner is having a very tough time and has a tough chunk to get out of the way with Chindit (Pat Dobbs). The four-year-old drew off brilliantly twice at classic level behind the unlosable Baaeed and is seen well ahead of My Oberon (Tom Marquand), Modern News (Hollie Doyle) and Perotto (Neil Callan), who settled a List race between them at Warwick. Mutasaabeq (Jim Crowley), who finished third in the Diomed Stakes (Group 3), is also expected to be in the front line.

Group stars at the Herrenkrug!

Magdeburg, Saturday, 09 July: The time has come, on Saturday the first ever group race will be held in Magdeburg - the Grand Prix of the State Capital Magdeburg (Group III, 55,000 Euros, 2,050 m). The field is more than respectable. Lord Charming (B. Murzabayev), and Waldbiene (A. Pietsch) are real group horses. Alaskasonne (A. Starke) and Accola (M. Pecheur) are strong Klug hopes. India (M. Casamento) wins one race after the other.

The Equalisation II over 1,800 metres also knows how to please. Rufolo (L.-M. Engels) has improved a lot. 22,222 Euros stand over the foursome bet of the 7th race (Equalisation IV, 2,050 metres). Here, Tigertoss (G. Ashton) and Blue Queen (E. Pedroza) are potential set horses.

Races 1 to 6 are also part of the betting programme in France. In total, there are nine races between 10:50 am and 3 pm.

Who will beat Inspiral in the Falmouth Stakes?

Newmarket, Friday 8 July: The split between Frankie Dettori and John & Thady Gosden was short-lived as the top jockey won the Sir Henry Cecil Stakes (Listed race) yesterday in the July Festival opener for the training partnership with Mighty Ulysses.

Today the success story could continue in the Falmouth Stakes (5th race/16.35pm/250,000 pounds/1610m). In the mares` classic, Dettori will compete with Inspiral for the penalty. Unbeaten in five starts, the Gosden lady recently made her seasonal debut in the Coronation Stakes (Group 1) and promptly won in superior fashion against Sandrine (David Probert) and Prosperous Voyage (Rob Hornby), among others, who had nothing to do with the closer decision. The main opponent of the ultra favourite is Sibila Spain (Aurelien Lemaitre), who won the Prix du Muguet (Group 2). Primo Bacio (Richard Kingscote), third in the Duke Of Cambridge Stakes (Group 2), completes the five-strong field.

List chance on Friday in Hanover

Hanover, Friday, 08 July: Only one day after Leipzig, it is also Hanover`s turn with an evening race day on Friday. Here, a total of eight races are scheduled between 5 and 8:30 pm, including a top event, the Grand Prix of the Heise Group (Listed race, 22,500 Euros, 1,600 m).

The horse to beat is likely to be Sahib`s Joy (B. Murzabayev) from Peter Schiergen`s stable, because here it looks less tricky than the top placing in a Group test in Dortmund. But of course the multiple group winner Wonnemond (B. Ganbat) is always a dangerous opponent. The English rider Loch Lundie (M. Cadeddu) provides the international touch.

Of course, there is also a four-way bet with 10,000 Euros in the 4th race (Equalisation IV, 1,750 m). Here, Freak (B. Murzabayev) and Apple Valley (L. Wolff) are potential horses.

Exciting evening programme in Leipzig

Leipzig, Thursday, 07 July: Racing fans in Leipzig can look forward to this, on Thursday evening they will meet for six after-work races between 17:45 and 30:15 at the Scheibenholz racecourse, which will be followed by a party.

Of course, the basic sport will dominate with two Equaliser IIIs as highlights. The starting fields are very clear. In the 1,850-metre handicap, Leipzig`s interests rest on Semper Fidelis (J. Bojko), who can beat this mark at any time. Sindra (S. Vogt) from Marco Klein`s stable as the fresh winner. Wesenberg (K. Clijmans) and Key To Success (W. Panov) are certainly good possibilities here.

In the mile, the strongly performing three-year-old Mistic Memory (M. Abik) seems to be the horse to beat. She will be up against only four competitors.

Kick-off to the July Festival

Newmarket, Thursday 7 July: Three days of top-class sport are promised at the July Festival at Newmarket, where the Princess Of Wales`s Stakes (5th race/16.35pm/115,000 pounds/2410m) will be in the spotlight today.

Six horses will contest the Group 2 test, with Godolphin providing half of them. Charlie Appleby is responsible for Yibir (William Buick) and Global Storm (James Doyle). West End Charmer (Andrea Atzeni) is saddled by Charlie and Mark Johnston, who also have Living Legend (Ryan Moore) in the running. Yibir recently returned from America with third place in the Man O`War Stakes (Group 1). Prior to that, he was defeated here in the Jockey Club Stakes (Group 2) by Living Legend, who recently disappointed in the Hardwicke Stakes (Group 2), finishing far behind Mostahdaf (Jim Crowley). John and Thady Gosden`s protégé took the honours, as he did in the Brigadier Gerard Stakes (Group 3). The four-year-old celebrated his only win of the season in the Gordon Richards Stakes (Group 3). New Mandate (Frankie Dettori) was unable to make a mark in his last two starts, but is being shown in strong hands.

Enghien takes the reins

Enghien, Wednesday 6 July: The Enghien Hippodrome will be at the centre of French harness racing in the coming weeks after Paris-Vincennes takes a summer break until 20 August. Among the better races at today`s event is the Prix Florence Lecellier (2nd race/5.15pm/57,000 Euros/2875m), in which six to ten-year-old horses are eligible to start for up to 270,000 Euros and entrants up to 160,000 Euros must pay an allowance.

Despite a number of retirements, Gana de Ligny (Matthieu Abrivard) is seen in front. The Love-You daughter won her last two races during the winter meeting in the capital. More reliable appears Geisha Speed (Jean-Philippe Monclin), who could currently please with two placings and celebrated her last victory so far in April. Galba Ringeat (Romain Derieux) has set a monument for himself at the Riviera Meeting with three victories in a row. The gelding is targeting a place in the trifecta after two rebuilding starts. Gamble River (Francois Lagadeuc) does not have it easy with allowance, but the better class speaks for him. Fregate Mesloise (Gabriele Gelormini) and Diego du Canter (Alexandre Abrivard) are also conceivable at any time in the front.

Bardolino can win

Compiegne, Tuesday, 5 July: Good sport is on offer today in Compiegne, where the Prix de Clairoix (2nd race/14.05 pm/23,000 Euro/2800 m), run as a handicap, will be decided with two German chances.

Henk Grewe saddled Bardolino (Clement Lecoeuvre) and can expect a place in the front with the three-year-old. He last ran in a Maiden race in Dieppe and finished well behind the fastest in third, also well ahead of Milord l`Arsouille (Marc Nobili). Havana Six (Aurelien Lemaitre) is trained by Stephan Cerulis for Michael Motschmann. The mare currently won her first race in Amiens against Sakurachan (Cristian Demuro) and Wings of Fire (Ludovic Boisseau), who followed behind. Despite maximum weight, Exhit (Maxime Guyon) will achieve favourite honours. An honourable mention in La Teste-de-Buch speaks in his favour. Take Me Away (Theo Bachelot) is also recommended ahead of Champions League (Sophie Chuette) due to strong running in Longchamp. The latter should benefit from the favourable brand.

Weissmeier chance over hurdles

Clairefontaine, Monday 4 July: The Prix des Forsythias (6th race/16.43 h/34,000 Euro/3400 m) in Clairefontaine today is aimed at four-year-old hurdle horses. Marian-Falk Weissmeier saddles Raffles Speed (Ludovic Philipperon), who won for the first time in Dieppe last time, for the Nagnag stable.

The gelding is not seen in front by the trade press, but should still have a good chance of one of the front places. Among his main opponents is Mont d`Id (Aymeric Lelievre). After last year`s good performance in the chasing ring, he recently made his seasonal debut over the easy jumps in Dieppe and finished a good second. Orange Diamond (Damien Mescam) won in May and also did not go wrong recently in Auteuil in the handicap when sixth. Be A Nice Girl (Christopher Riou) finished in the honoured ranks without exception this year and should win her first race soon. Rock And Roll (Dylan Ubeda) celebrated a sure win at Auteuil. In that game, Planetarium (Nicolas Gauffenic) did not get over the jumps without an accident, but before that he pleased in front of the Seror protégé as a giant outsider in second place.

Mare Australis in the Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud

Saint-Cloud, Sunday, July 3: A quarter of an hour after the 153rd German Derby, the Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud (5th race/16.00/400,000 euros/2400 m), which also belongs to Group 1, will be decided today. The yearling comparison between four- and five-year-old horses will take place with German participation thanks to Mare Australis (Olivier Peslier). Trained by Andre Fabre for Schlenderhan Stud, Mare Australis (Olivier Peslier) recently stepped up his game by winning the Grand Prix de Chantilly (Group 2) over Bubble Gift (Cristian Demuro), who followed two lengths behind, after twice finishing in the honored ranks at Longchamp. The performance of Alpinista (Luke Morris) from the stable of Sir Mark Prescott also has a German background. The English rider achieved her three most recent successes all in this country. Most recently, she ran in Munich and won the Grand Prix of Bavaria (Group 1). Charlie Appleby`s Hurricane Lane (William Buick) is likely to take favorite honors. Last year`s Arc-de-Triomphe bronze medalist made his seasonal debut in the Hardwicke Stakes (Group 2) and finished a convincing third. High Definition (Ryan Moore) also currently finished third in the Coronation Cup (Group 1). Prior to that, the O`Brien protégé battled to victory in the Tattersalls Gold Cup (Group 1). Sweet Lady (Ioritz Mendizabal) celebrated her last success here in the Prix Corrida (Group 2) and, like Alpinista, will enjoy a more favorable brand as a mare. Third Realm (David Egan) is recommended as winner of the Tapster Stakes (list race) over Lone Eagle (Silvestre de Sousa).

IDEE 153rd German Derby - the race of the year

Hamburg, Sunday, July 03 - The wait is over, the excitement knows no bounds: On Sunday, Hamburg will crown the Derby hero in the IDEE 153rd German Derby (Group I, 650,000 euros, 2,400 m). In addition to the prize of 390,000 euros, there is of course a great deal of prestige to be gained when the successor to last year`s winner Sisfahan is chosen from the field of 20 candidates.

In the past, it was mostly the protagonists of the Union who played a major role here. Sammarco (B. Murzabayev) and So Moonstruck, the ride of top jockey Frankie Dettori, are certainly to be expected as the top two finishers from the Cologne test again far in front. Who ends up winning the Derby, of course, is another matter.

Ardakan (C. Lecoeuvre) as Derby Italiano winner, Lavello (A. de Vries) who shone in the Bavarian Classic, the Wöhler horses Alessio (R. Piechulek, Union third) and Queroyal (E. Pedroza) Trial winner in Iffezheim), the Düsseldorf Trial winner Nerik (S. Vogt), the Diana Trial winner Wagnis (H. Doyle), Assistant (C. Fallon), who performed well in Hanover, or the Guineas runner-up Mylady (R. Kingscote) - the line-up is teeming with possible final candidates in the race of the year, of which Markus Klug has the largest contingent with seven horses.

The final day of the Derby week with twelve races between 10:50 am and 5:45 pm is an absolute feast day with two more group tests (for mares). In the Sparkasse Holstein Cup (Group III, 55,000 euros, 1,600 m), Dishina (B. Murzabayev) or Mythicara (S. Vogt) are two of the hopefuls who will face interesting guest mares.

In the Mehl Mülhens Trophy (Group III, 55,000 euros, 2,200 m), there is a lot to be said for Mountaha (L. Dettori), as her Cologne Group score was breathtaking.

Two BBAG Auction races and an Equalization I also appeal to class gallopers. The bettors can look forward to two foursomes. 22,222 euros beckon as a payout in the 7th race (Rudolf August Oetker Memorial Race), 11,111 euros are up for grabs in the 12th race (Equalizer III, 2,200 m). The first five races plus the Derby are part of the PMU program.

Antharis in the Prix de Saint-Patrick

Chantilly, Saturday, July 2: The second Listed race of today`s eight-test event at Chantilly, the Prix de Saint-Patrick (3rd race/18.00/55,000 Euro/1600 m), is aimed at three-year-old stallions/geldings. German chances are represented by Antharis (Anthony Crastus), trained by Andreas Suborics. The fresh `Classe-1` winner from Compiegne will primarily be up against Facteur Cheval (Gerald Mosse), who is unbeaten in three appearances. Dreamflight (Olivier Peslier) stands out a bit by class, but the Fabre charge carries four pounds more weight than the rest. Currently running at Group 3 level, the Frankel son has always been up front. One O`clock Jump (Stephane Pasquier) and Mirsky (Maxime Guyon) are proven winners and could conceivably be in the front end at any time. Westminster Night (Clement Lecoeuvre) does not have more than an outside chance, judging by the disastrous performance in the Prix de Fontainebleau (Group 3).

24 hours before the Derby: Hansa Prize in Hamburg

Hamburg, Saturday, July 02 - It is always a meeting of the Grand Prix horses in Hamburg - the Hansa Grand Prix (Group II, 70,000 Euros, 2,400 m) on Saturday at the Derby track forms the highlight on the penultimate day of the Derby week in Horn.

Many eyes are naturally on Torquator Tasso (R. Piechulek) in the six-strong lineup, as last year`s winner famously thrilled in the 2021 Arc triumph in Paris. His weaker performance at the first start of the season in Baden-Baden is certainly no benchmark.

There, Stable Nice`s Alter Adler (now with champion B. Murzabayev) won in impressive style against Virginia Storm (A. Fresu). The former has hardly already turned over all his cards and should be Torquator Tasso`s biggest competitor.

Best of Lips (M. Seidl) would only need to build on the form from the 2021 Union win. For Northern Ruler (E. Pedroza), only the long break bothers. For Nacido (A. de Vries) it looks tricky.

An impressive twelve races will be held between 10:50 and 16:40. Double pleasure is to be had in the four-horse bet. 10,000 euros are scheduled to be paid out in the 7th race (Equalizer III, 2,800 m) and in the 12th race (Equalizer IV, 1,800 m).

Derby winner in the Eclipse Stakes

Sandown, Saturday, July 2: The next summer classic will be decided today at Sandown with the Eclipse Stakes (4th race/16.35pm/750,000 pounds/2002m). Big names appear in the winners` list such as Enable and St Mark`s Basilica, who showed up last year. Following in their footsteps could be French Derby triumphant Vadeni (Christophe Soumillon) from the stable of Jean-Claude Rouget, but Native Trail (William Buick), so far beaten only once in the English 2000 Guineas but victorious in the Irish 2000 Guineas, also has what it takes for a classic win. Bay Bridge (Ryan Moore) did not break a sweat with his second place in the Prince Of Wales`s Stakes (Group 1), rather he confirmed his good form behind State Of Rest and his belonging to the absolute top. Alenquer (Tom Marquand), bred by Römerhof Stud, has had a highly successful first half of the year so far. At Lingfield he won the Winter Derby (Group 3 and most recently at the Curragh he beat Bay Bridge conqueror State Of Rest and Lord North (James Doyle) in the Gold Cup (Group 1). Mishriff (David Egan) enters as last year`s third. The Gosden protégé, who had no chance in the Saudi Cup (Group 1) this year, ends a four-month break.

Summer Festival at Sandown

Sandown, Friday, July 1: The Summer Festival at Sandown begins today with a seven-race program centered on three Listed trials. Over the middle distance is the Gala Stakes (5th race/5.05pm/52,000 pounds/2000m). Addeybb (Tom Marquand), worth around four million euros, could record his first success of the season after finishing a good third here in the Brigadier Gerard Stakes (Group 3). Among his fiercest pursuers are Harrovian (James Doyle), Regal Reality (Ryan Moore) and Foxes Tales (David Probert), who currently finished third, fourth and sixth in the Wolferton Stakes (Listed race) during Royal Ascot. Passion And Glory (Hollie Doyle) has not been on the course since finishing fifth in the Dubai Gold Cup (Group 2), but should come to the start well prepared. Soto Sizzler (William Buick) may fancy his chances with a handicap finish.

Grand Prix of Lotto Hamburg kicks off the final weekend

Hamburg, Friday, July 01 - Also the third day of the Derby meeting in Hamburg-Horn offers first-class sport, because on Friday there are not only twelve races between 11:35 a.m. and 5:35 p.m., but also again a group highlight: The Grand Prix of Lotto Hamburg (Group III, 55,000 Euros, 1,200 m) is all about the class flyers.

First choice seems to be Waldersee (E. Pedroza), trained by Andreas Wöhler, who showed his best side at List level in Hanover and finished fourth here last year. His training companion Danelo (J. Bojko) has recently shown good improvement and can be expected to make this jump. Best Flying (M. Seidl) should continue last year`s performance as a two-year-old and the hit in auction races in Dresden. Of the guests, the Norwegian double winner Could Be King (C. Lopez) could be the most interesting.

The first three races are also part of the PMU card. An Equalizer II over 2,200 meters deserves much attention. Panjari (E. Pedroza) looks to continue on his way up.

The four-race bet with a payout of 10,000 euros each will be offered in the 7th race (Equalizer IV, 2,800 meters) and in the 12th race (Equalizer IV, 1,400 meters).

Young riders in the Prix Jean Paul Fairand

Paris-Vincennes, Friday, July 1: With horses in the prize category up to 650,000 euros, the Prix Jean Paul Fairand (7th race/22.11 p.m./90,000 euros/2200 m) will be decided today in Vincennes. In the saddle of the nine participants sit without exception young riders. Florida Sport (Noe Perron), who won impressively during the Elitloppet meeting in Solvalla, is on the verge of another success, but to do so he will have to get rid of Chalimar de Guez (Alan Gendrot), who recently finished second in the Prix Paul Delanoe (Group 3). Fulton (Matilde Herleiksplass) runs his best races under saddle. In the Prix Roger Ledoyen (Group 3), however, the seven-year-old did not get around the course smoothly and finished well behind Chalimar de Guez and Carioca de Lou (Thomas Roullier), who was better than Egao Jenilou (Leo Balu) in the Prix Perseus (Course A). Caban Prior (Alexandre Bodin) runs reliably to the front and is long overdue for the win.