Australian sprinter Artorius (Aus) (Flying Artie {Aus}) will remain in Europe for a crack at another Group 1 after running a credible third in the Darley July Cup at Newmarket on Saturday.
Sam and Anthony Freedman's speedball backed up his excellent third in the G1 Platinum Jubilee at Royal Ascot by filling the same spot at Newmarket and connections are eyeing a breakthrough at the top level in Europe this season.
The decision has now been taken to remain in the Northern Hemisphere for the immediate future, with the six-and-a-half-furlongs of Deauville's G1 Prix Maurice de Gheest his next confirmed target.
Anthony Freedman said, “After another terrific performance in Saturday's July Cup where he placed third, Artorius will remain in Europe for a tilt at the Group One Prix Maurice De Gheest (1300m) at Deauville on August 7.
“We are super proud of the horse, having to carry top weight against the older horses.”
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