Trainer Aidan O'Brien rates Albert Einstein amongst his top juvenile horses, but he has a different stallion in mind for the 2000 Guineas race next year.
Fresh Take:
Aidan O'Brien's Royal Ascot haul was no disappointment,with five victories and three juvenile races under his belt. Coolmore, the bloodstock powerhouse, will celebrate as they continue their reign thanks to the team's impressive performances.
While O'Brien is known for dishing out praises, Ryan Moore couldn't help but side with him when he talked about True Love, stating she "seemed a cut above the rest." All three winners showed great strength and power, setting themselves apart on the racetrack[2].
In the three-year-old division, Italy, trained by O'Brien, has caught our eyes. With a strong finish in the Marble Hill Stakes, Italy is being eyed as a strong contender for upcoming Classics, specifically the 2000 Guineas[1].
Even though both horses are offspring of Wootton Bassett, Italy appears to have a different approach, starting off over seven furlongs at Leopardstown. The May maiden has proven to be a springboard for several top performers[1].
Italy displayed signs of improvement despite a disadvantageous position and racing slightly keenly in the middle part of the race. Despite Thesecretadversary opening a lead at the two-furlong pole, Italy showcased a sharp turn of foot to win with ease[1].
O'Brien has indicated that Italy's next target could be the Group 3 Tyros Stakes, a race he has previously won with renowned horses like Gleneagles and Churchill[1]. This campaigning strategy offers a better outlook for a Classic contender than the Marble Hill followed by a setback[1].
With a pedigree including Bowmark, a winner of the Prix du Jockey Club, Italy's potential for success is evident[1]. As O'Brien and his team look ahead to the Classics, Italy presents itself as a strong candidate, especially at the 2000 Guineas, given the price disparity between the two horses[1].
Stay tuned for more exciting performances from Italy and other exceptional horses in the coming racing season[4].
Spotlight:
Wathnan Racing has had an impressive Royal Ascot run and they're likely to continue their winning streak with the exciting Paborus in the Criterion Stakes at York. The four-year-old, trained by Ed Bethell, has shown remarkable potential with four wins in six starts and could take on the Group 1s over seven furlongs[3].
As we move forward, expect to see Paborus compete at a higher level, aiming for prestigious races like the Group 1 during the Ebor meeting[3].
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[1] - https://www.racingpost.com/news/progress/203800/gstaad-albert-einstein-the-big-names-while-italy-varies-his-style[2] - https://www.racingpost.com/racing/ascot/2022/06/14/review-a-trainers-week/[3] - https://www.racingpost.com/racing/champagne-stakes/2022/06/14/italy-and-paborus-eye-classics-challenge/[4] - https://www.racingpost.com/news/racing-pivas/203799/philippe-engelbert-confident-saturday-start-will-improve-irish-racing/
- In the world of horse-racing, Italy, trained by Aidan O'Brien, is making a strong case for the 2000 Guineas with its impressive performance at the Marble Hill Stakes and its pedigree, including the Prix du Jockey Club winner, Bowmark.
- As Wathnan Racing continues its winning streak with Paborus in the Criterion Stakes at York, sports enthusiasts and bettors are eagerlyanticipating the horse's performance in Group 1 races, including the prestigious Group 1 during the Ebor meeting.
