Romantic Symphony

Following a remarkable Chester May meeting, Ballydoyle will look to continue their momentum into the weekend, with two Classics at stake on Sunday. Heading the baker's dozen going forward for ParisLongchamp's G1 Poule d'Essai des Poulains is the yard's Prix Jean-Luc Lagardere and Criterium International hero Puerto Rico (Wootton Bassett), while their Prix Marcel Boussac heroine Diamond Necklace (St Mark's Basilica) is heavily favoured for the 15-strong G1 Poule d'Essai des Pouliches. Puerto Rico (Wootton Bassett), who will be accompanied by the G3 Killavullan Stakes and Goffs Million winner Dorset...

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. Wednesday's Observations features a full-brother to a multiple Classic winner. 1.47 Nottingham, Novice, 3yo/up, 10f 50yT TORNADO TOWER (GB) (Frankel {GB}) makes his belated and eagerly-anticipated debut for Wathnan Racing and the Gosdens, having cost 850,000gns at the 2024 Tattersalls October Book 1. A full-brother to the St Leger,...

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. Saturday's Observations features a full-sister to Breeders' Cup hero Yibir. 1.00 Newmarket, Novice, 2yo, f, 8fT ROMANTIC SYMPHONY (Dubawi) debuts for Godolphin and Charlie Appleby in a race won by the stable with the subsequent Group winners Magic Lily and Beautiful Love in recent times. The ninth foal out...