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. Today's Observations features a half-sister to G1 Prix Ganay winner Cloth Of Stars.
1.45 Curragh, Mdn, €17,500, 2yo, f, 8fT
Flaxman Stables Ireland's NIKU (IRE) (High Chaparral {Ire}) is a half-sister to this term's G1 Prix Ganay victor Cloth of Stars (Sea the Stars {Ire}) and faces 16 rivals in this unveiling. Opposition to the Jessica Harrington trainee includes Susan Magnier's Erin (Ire) (Mastercraftsman {Ire}), who is a half-sister to dual Australian Group 3 winner Francis of Assisi (Ire) (Danehill Dancer {Ire}) out of 2006 G1 Irish 1000 Guineas and G1 Prix de Diane placegetter Queen Cleopatra (Ire) (Kingmambo), and one of four contenders representing Aidan O'Brien.
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