"Light domestic training of dual Derby champion Lambourn could prove insufficient in the Great Voltigeur, as per the statement, 'We've been easy on him at home.'"
Lambourn, the horse trained by Aidan O'Brien, is set to make a comeback in the St Leger trial after a brief hiatus since the Lingfield Derby Trial in May. The five-year-old colt, who has already clinched victories in the Derby and Irish Derby, is currently 7-2 with Paddy Power for the St Leger and 12-1 for the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe.
Lambourn's Racing Post Rating stands at an impressive 120, a figure that far surpasses the average Racing Post Rating for the St Leger in the last ten years, which is 119. This statistic suggests that Lambourn is well-prepared to compete in the upcoming race.
However, Lambourn is not the only horse from O'Brien's stable competing in the Great Voltigeur. Stay True, Mount Kilimanjaro, and Thrice are also in the race. Stay True has been out of sight since the Lingfield Derby Trial, while Mount Kilimanjaro has been off since the Dee Stakes at Chester. Thrice, a straightforward colt, is expected to run his race.
Two Group 2 winners, Carmers and Pride Of Arras, are considered big dangers in the race. Carmers, who won the Queen's Vase at Royal Ascot, and Pride Of Arras, who won the Dante at York in May, both carry a significant threat to Lambourn's chances. Pride Of Arras, who has been gelded, is believed to be better than he has shown.
Trainer Paddy Twomey stated that Carmers is in great form and has trained well since Ascot. On the other hand, William Haggas, trainer of Arabian Force, mentioned that Arabian Force is an improving young horse, but this might be a step too far for him. However, they are keen to take their chance and find out more about him for the rest of the season.
If Lambourn wins the Great Voltigeur and follows up at Doncaster, he would become the seventh horse to do so since 1988. This feat would further cement his position as a formidable contender in the world of horse racing.
Aidan O'Brien has also nominated horses such as Auguste Rodin and Royal Patronage for the St Leger and the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe in 2025, indicating his continued interest and investment in these prestigious races.
As the St Leger approaches, the stage is set for an exciting showdown between these top contenders. With Lambourn's impressive track record and current form, he is undoubtedly a horse to watch in the upcoming race.
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