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 a full-sister to Gleneagles (Ire) (Galileo {Ire}) et al.
12.30 Curragh, Mdn, €16,500, 2yo, f, 7fT
Coolmore's hitherto unraced JOAN OF ARC (IRE) (Galileo {Ire}) is one of two nominees set to carry the Derrick Smith colours for Aidan O'Brien and faces 16 rivals in this unveiling. The homebred bay is a daughter of G2 Cherry Hinton S. victress You'resothrilling (Storm Cat) and thus a full-sister to six stakes performers headed by MG1SW sire Gleneagles (Ire) and MG1SW G1 1000 Guineas and G1 Irish 1000 Guineas third Happily (Ire).
1.00 Curragh, Mdn, €16,500, 2yo, c/g, 7fT
John Oxx continues his farewell tour and sends forth Godolphin's 200,000gns Tattersalls December foal purchase SAFECRACKER (GB) (Golden Horn {GB}), who is a half-brother to G1 Irish Derby-winning sire Jack Hobbs (GB) (Halling). Opposition features a trio from Ballydoyle, including Derrick Smith's The Mediterranean (Ire) (Galileo {Ire}), who is a son of MGSW G1 Cheveley Park S., G1 Coronation S. and G1 Matron S. placegetter Flashy Wings (GB) (Zafonic).
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