"Hannon is unbothered by concerning yard performance issues, as Rosallion prepares for a significant French weekend event."
Rosallion, a three-time Group 1 winner and a top-class miler, is gearing up for a return to form in the City of York Stakes, now upgraded to Group 1 status and run over seven furlongs in August 2025.
The extensive archive of statistics covering horses, trainers, jockeys, owners, pedigree, and sales data has shown that Rosallion has been consistently performing at an elite level. In the last two weeks, he has had one win in 52 runs for trainer Richard Hannon, with seven seconds and six thirds, demonstrating his competitive spirit.
Rosallion's impressive performances have earned him the favouritism for the Prix Jacques Le Marois at Deauville, with odds of 6-4 according to Paddy Power. Sheikh Mohammed Obaid's homebred will be returning to France for the first time since winning the Prix Jean-Luc Lagardere as a two-year-old in 2023.
The upcoming race will be a significant challenge for Rosallion, who has narrowly missed out on high-profile races such as the Queen Anne Stakes and Sussex Stakes this season. However, his lethal acceleration in the final furlongs, as demonstrated by his blistering sectional times in recent outings, gives him a strong advantage.
Rosallion's Racing Post Ratings around 100+ on recent starts mark him as a high-class competitor, rather than just a good handicapper. Other notable rivals in the City of York Stakes include Never So Brave, Maranoa Charlie, and Lake Forest. However, Rosallion's raw speed and consistency set him apart from the competition.
Trainer Richard Hannon believes Rosallion deserves another Group 1 win this season and has great confidence in the seven-furlong trip. Subscribers to The Racing Post digital newspaper, which offers award-winning journalism from the best writers in racing, can look forward to expert tips from Tom Segal and Paul Kealy, as well as access to form study tools such as the Pro Card and Horse Tracker.
In summary, Rosallion's record is that of a proven Group 1 miler with strong recent form, and the City of York Stakes over seven furlongs in August 2025 is his next significant target. Experts view this as a race where he could assert his dominance once again.
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