Medaglia d'Oro Colt the Attraction at Newcastle

Observations on the European Racing Scene turns the spotlight on the best European races of the day, highlighting well-pedigreed horses early in their careers, horses of note returning to action and young runners that achieved notable results in the sales ring. Thursday's Insights features an expensive KEESEP graduate.

3.00 Newcastle, Novice, £8,050, 3yo, 8f 5y (AWT)

PITCHER'S POINT (Medaglia d'Oro) is a noteworthy newcomer from the John Gosden stable whose all-weather runners during the winter continue to fascinate. Owned by Godolphin, the February-foaled bay who fetched $800,000 at Keeneland September is a son of the dual Grade II winner and Grade I-placed miler Hungry Island (More Than Ready).