Listowel

After successfully claiming redemption in the G1 Betfred Derby on Saturday, City of Troy (Justify) has returned to his homebase at Ballydoyle and is going well since arriving late that evening. Aidan O'Brien's stable representative Chris Armstrong gave a positive report for the Derby victor, adding that the goal is to gradually build him back up to full training. "City Of Troy obviously flew over yesterday and got back last night at 10pm. He pulled out well this morning, went out, had a hand-walk and a pick of grass, had...

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. Sunday's Observations features the returning Congo River (Mendelssohn), who was second on debut. 1.55 Listowel, Mdn, €15,000, 2yo, 6f 60yT CONGO RIVER (Mendelssohn) bids to build on a debut second at The Curragh last month and provide his sire with his first winner. Ballydoyle's $400,000 Keeneland September graduate is...