Prix Ganay, a prestigious Group One race, takes place in France, and Joseph O’Brien’s Al Riffa stands as a formidable contender. Having showcased his prowess as a two-year-old, Al Riffa last competed in August at Deauville, finishing behind Arc hero Ace Impact. Under the guidance of Dylan McMonagle, Al Riffa is expected to lead the betting as he embarks on his four-year-old campaign. Jerome Reynier presents another formidable entry in Zarakem, who recently achieved a career-best performance by defeating several rivals in the Group Two Prix d’Harcourt. Fantastic Moon from Germany possesses a strong claim should the conditions prove favorable, while Horizon Dore, Birr Castle, and Feed The Flame aim to reverse their fortunes against Zarakem.
In the UK, Super Sunday features an array of exciting races at Bath and Southwell. George Scott’s Prydwen appears to have a solid chance of building on his recent Newcastle success in the Liz And Izzy’s Hoap Podcast Handicap, despite carrying an additional 6lb. Wonderful Eagle, trained by Hobbs & Johnson White, demonstrated staying power in his victory over a mile and six at Bath last month and is anticipated to perform well as he tackles a longer distance under Silvestre De Sousa. Tom Ward’s Diamond Bay exhibited renewed form with a second-place finish at Lingfield in his last start and appears fairly treated with a 2lb weight increase.
George Boughey’s Moonspirit ended last season on a high note with consecutive victories at Chelmsford and could prove a formidable opponent as she carries top weight in the Paradiso Blinds Handicap under Billy Loughnane. Lakota Brave, with one victory in three starts, emerges as an intriguing contender as he enters handicap company for the first time under Hollie Doyle. Arctic Mountain, also making his handicap debut, represents Saeed bin Suroor and is expected to show improvement as he drops back in distance after undergoing wind surgery under Rossa Ryan.
At ParisLongchamp, Group Three action unfolds at 12.58, featuring Sober, Double Major, and Shembala. Just over half an hour later, the spotlight shifts to three-year-old contenders, showcasing a field of promising prospects. On British soil, William Haggas’ Elmonjed aims to maintain his unblemished record in the 4.15 race at Southwell. Al Barez headlines a competitive contest shortly after at 4.50.
