Kalpana, Despite Winless Season, Remains Britain's Arc Hope
Kalpana, despite a winless season in 2025, remains Britain's top hope for the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe. Her impressive victory in the Fillies and Mares at Ascot in 2024 earned her a leading position in the betting. However, her recent form, including a defeat at Kempton, has raised questions about her chances.
Kalpana's best performance this year was a second-place finish in the King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot. Despite this, bookmaker Paddy Power still offers her at 12-1 for the Arc, although support has dwindled since her Kempton defeat. Connections of the horse would welcome soft ground for the race, but the forecast suggests this is unlikely.
Juddmonte, Kalpana's owners, have a strong record in the Arc this century, with Bluestocking winning in 2024. However, Kalpana's recent form has been a cause for concern. Graeme Rodway, a tipster, believes Kalpana has been overrated, occupying a top spot in the market without showing the form to justify it. Paul Binfield, a Paddy Power spokesman, has not commented further on Kalpana's odds for the Arc.
Kalpana's winless season in 2025 has not deterred bookmakers from making her Britain's main hope for the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe. However, her recent defeat at Kempton and lack of form have raised doubts about her chances. Connections remain hopeful that she will improve and be ready for the Arc, but only time will tell if she can replicate Treve's feat of winning the race after a winless season.
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