Arqana Arc €1.2 Million RNA On Deck at Chantilly

Observations on the European Racing Scene turns the spotlight on the best European races of the day, highlighting well-bred horses early in their careers, horses of note returning to action and young runners that achieved notable results in the sales ring. Tuesday's Observations features an exciting son of Zarak.

14.30 Chantilly, €31,100, Cond, 2yo, 8fT
Andre Fabre nominee SENEQUE (IRE) (Zarak {Fr}) failed to meet his reserve when stalling on €1.2 million at last week's Arqana Arc Sale and heads postward off the back of an impressive five-length score over course and distance last month. The grandson of G1 Grosser Preis von Bayern heroine Temida (Ire) (Oratorio {Ire}) encounters three prior winners in a field of eight. They include Bordeaux maiden victor Lyneham (Fr) (Wootton Bassett {GB}), a half-brother to G1 Poule d'Essai des Pouliches and G1 Queen Elizabeth II Challenge Cup runner-up Lindy (Fr) (Le Havre {Ire}), who is one of four colts by Wootton Bassett named Lyneham.