As he seeks the title of the 101st edition of the French Arc (Arc de Triomphe), “Hagam” owned by “Shadwell”, the second highest rated horse in the world, will seek to strengthen his achievements in the first category races. Begins today, operating on the “Langsham” route on the outskirts of the capital.
Hagham’s ambitions under the supervision of trainer Owen Burrows are based on his unbeaten record during the current European season and the strength of his pace since his return to racing last June, which led him to victory in the “Pricard. Gerard Stakes” a race for third grade horses, which took place at the “Sandon” track. The Briton added to his tally in July this year by claiming the second victory of his career in first-class races, the “King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes” race at British Ascot Racecourse, over 2400 metres.
“Hagam” faces the challenge of 14 top horses over 2400 meters on grass on the international stage, including “French Derby” champion colt “Ace Impact” trainer J. Stands out under Rout’s supervision. He wants to maintain his unbeaten streak in the racing world and add a sixth win in the race. Jetmont Farms”, under the supervision of trainer Ralph Beckett.
The “Shadwell” team continues its strong presence on the closing day of the “Arc” festival when it pushes “Al-Hassan” for the title of the Prix Opera Longines race for fillies and mares, which runs in the fourth half over 2000 meters on the grass.
Under the tutelage of trainer Roger Varian, the four-year-old filly will be looking to win her second title in “First Class” and repeat her strong performance that led to her first star at the start of last August. Class races by winning the “Nanso Stakes” over 2000 meters at the British “Gloria’s Goodwood” Festival.
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