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. Thursday's Observations features the highest priced filly at the Arqana August Yearling Sale in 2023.
12.35 Chantilly, Debutantes, €30,000, 2yo, f, 8f (AWT)
TIGRESS OF GAUL (FR) (Siyouni {Fr}) is a significant presence in this newcomers' event, having cost €700,000 when the joint-second highest-priced filly at last year's Arqana Deauville August Yearling Sale. Owned by Jose Aguirre-Moreno and her breeder Ecurie des Monceaux, the Tim Donworth trainee is out of a half to Invincible Spirit's crack miler and sire Charm Spirit (Ire).
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