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. Monday's Observations features the 2022 Arqana May Breeze-Up topper.
5.50 Windsor, Mdn, £9,950, 2yo, 6f 12yT
SAKHEER (IRE) (Zoffany {Ire}) debuts for KHK Racing and Roger Varian, having topped the Arqana May Breeze-Up at €550,000. A half-brother to the G2 Kilboy Estate S., G3 Park Express S. and GIII Matchmaker S. winner Lemista (Ire) (Raven's Pass), the February-foaled bay meets another newcomer in Amo Racing's filly Magical Sunset (Ire) (Kodiac {GB}), a Richard Hannon-trained €340,000 Goffs Orby graduate who is a half-sister to the Wokingham winner Hey Jonesy (Ire) (Excelebration {Ire}).
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