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North Wales Chronicle
12 hours ago
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
Future is bright for Detain after brave French Derby run
Trained by John and Thady Gosden, the Juddmonte-owned runner was unleashed by jockey Christophe Soumillon with a couple of furlongs to run in the mile-and-a-quarter Classic. After briefly appearing to get his head in front, Camille Pissarro swooped up the inside rail to register a half-length win, with Cualificar just denying Detain of second place by a neck. Barry Mahon, Juddmonte's European racing manager, said: 'He ran a very good race and Christophe said he thought he had it, but Ryan Moore and the winner slipped up the rail, then the Godolphin runner came and took second from him. 'Detain has a lot to look forward to this season. The 2,000-metre trip suits him perfectly. We could even consider 2,400 metres. 'We'll stick to this type of race after a short break, as he's had a busy start to the season.' John Gosden admitted he briefly thought the Wootton Bassett colt was going to better his sixth place in the Poule d'Essai des Poulains last month. He said: 'Detain ran a lovely race to be beaten under a length. Half a furlong out I thought he might win, but I'm delighted with his performance and Christophe gave him a lovely ride.' The Gosden team also fielded York novice winner Bowmark but he took a fierce hold in the early stages under Tom Marquand, disputing the lead with eventual fourth Trinity College before dropping away to finish 14th, beaten just over six lengths. Gosden added: 'He got lit up on the way down and when the gates opened, he shot off. Then just as he was getting more settled, Wayne Lordan (on Trinity College) arrived on the scene. 'He's actually run a much better race than his finishing position indicates.' Cualificar races in the Godolphin colours and trainer Andre Fabre had recruited the services of their number one rider William Buick for the Lope De Vega colt, who had won each of his last three starts. Buick was pleased with his effort in second, but feel Cualificar will excel over further in time. He said: 'He was really solid and I thought we ended up in a really nice position and he did everything I asked of him really. 'The winner is a good horse, as we all know, and I think he (Cualificar) will probably get further. He will possibly get an Arc prep now and he doesn't lack for quality, that was a very good run. 'Anytime you get a call up to ride for Mr Fabre it's a pleasure.' Louise Benard, Godolphin's French representative added: 'It's a very nice second place, behind a very good colt. It's very promising going forward. 'He's entered in the Grand Prix de Paris (July 13), but we'll have to see how he comes out of this race and how he works in the mornings. The decision lies with Andre Fabre.' Ridari had been rated the leading French hope but he could finish only sixth, one place behind his fellow Aga Khan Studs-owned runner Azimpour. Racing manager Nemone Routh said: 'We're very happy with Azimpour. His draw didn't help, but he produced a very good final straight. He came home strongly, but probably just a bit too late. 'Looking ahead, I think he'll be better on softer ground, so probably more effective later in the year. 'He's entered in the Grand Prix de Paris, but we'll have to reassess, because the track is often a bit too firm for him at that time of year. 'As for Ridari, he doesn't really have any excuses. We're wondering if he truly stays the 2,100 metres. 'Based on the Poule d'Essai form, he should have been just behind the first few. But today, he didn't have the speed to finish off, he lacked something at the end. Maybe the distance is simply too long for him.'
Glasgow Times
13 hours ago
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
Future is bright for Detain after brave French Derby run
Trained by John and Thady Gosden, the Juddmonte-owned runner was unleashed by jockey Christophe Soumillon with a couple of furlongs to run in the mile-and-a-quarter Classic. After briefly appearing to get his head in front, Camille Pissarro swooped up the inside rail to register a half-length win, with Cualificar just denying Detain of second place by a neck. Barry Mahon, Juddmonte's European racing manager, said: 'He ran a very good race and Christophe said he thought he had it, but Ryan Moore and the winner slipped up the rail, then the Godolphin runner came and took second from him. 'Detain has a lot to look forward to this season. The 2,000-metre trip suits him perfectly. We could even consider 2,400 metres. 'We'll stick to this type of race after a short break, as he's had a busy start to the season.' John Gosden admitted he briefly thought the Wootton Bassett colt was going to better his sixth place in the Poule d'Essai des Poulains last month. He said: 'Detain ran a lovely race to be beaten under a length. Half a furlong out I thought he might win, but I'm delighted with his performance and Christophe gave him a lovely ride.' The Gosden team also fielded York novice winner Bowmark but he took a fierce hold in the early stages under Tom Marquand, disputing the lead with eventual fourth Trinity College before dropping away to finish 14th, beaten just over six lengths. Gosden added: 'He got lit up on the way down and when the gates opened, he shot off. Then just as he was getting more settled, Wayne Lordan (on Trinity College) arrived on the scene. 'He's actually run a much better race than his finishing position indicates.' Cualificar races in the Godolphin colours and trainer Andre Fabre had recruited the services of their number one rider William Buick for the Lope De Vega colt, who had won each of his last three starts. Buick was pleased with his effort in second, but feel Cualificar will excel over further in time. He said: 'He was really solid and I thought we ended up in a really nice position and he did everything I asked of him really. 'The winner is a good horse, as we all know, and I think he (Cualificar) will probably get further. He will possibly get an Arc prep now and he doesn't lack for quality, that was a very good run. 'Anytime you get a call up to ride for Mr Fabre it's a pleasure.' Louise Benard, Godolphin's French representative added: 'It's a very nice second place, behind a very good colt. It's very promising going forward. 'He's entered in the Grand Prix de Paris (July 13), but we'll have to see how he comes out of this race and how he works in the mornings. The decision lies with Andre Fabre.' Ridari had been rated the leading French hope but he could finish only sixth, one place behind his fellow Aga Khan Studs-owned runner Azimpour. Racing manager Nemone Routh said: 'We're very happy with Azimpour. His draw didn't help, but he produced a very good final straight. He came home strongly, but probably just a bit too late. 'Looking ahead, I think he'll be better on softer ground, so probably more effective later in the year. 'He's entered in the Grand Prix de Paris, but we'll have to reassess, because the track is often a bit too firm for him at that time of year. 'As for Ridari, he doesn't really have any excuses. We're wondering if he truly stays the 2,100 metres. 'Based on the Poule d'Essai form, he should have been just behind the first few. But today, he didn't have the speed to finish off, he lacked something at the end. Maybe the distance is simply too long for him.'
Leader Live
13 hours ago
- Sport
- Leader Live
Future is bright for Detain after brave French Derby run
Trained by John and Thady Gosden, the Juddmonte-owned runner was unleashed by jockey Christophe Soumillon with a couple of furlongs to run in the mile-and-a-quarter Classic. After briefly appearing to get his head in front, Camille Pissarro swooped up the inside rail to register a half-length win, with Cualificar just denying Detain of second place by a neck. Barry Mahon, Juddmonte's European racing manager, said: 'He ran a very good race and Christophe said he thought he had it, but Ryan Moore and the winner slipped up the rail, then the Godolphin runner came and took second from him. 'Detain has a lot to look forward to this season. The 2,000-metre trip suits him perfectly. We could even consider 2,400 metres. 'We'll stick to this type of race after a short break, as he's had a busy start to the season.' John Gosden admitted he briefly thought the Wootton Bassett colt was going to better his sixth place in the Poule d'Essai des Poulains last month. He said: 'Detain ran a lovely race to be beaten under a length. Half a furlong out I thought he might win, but I'm delighted with his performance and Christophe gave him a lovely ride.' The Gosden team also fielded York novice winner Bowmark but he took a fierce hold in the early stages under Tom Marquand, disputing the lead with eventual fourth Trinity College before dropping away to finish 14th, beaten just over six lengths. Gosden added: 'He got lit up on the way down and when the gates opened, he shot off. Then just as he was getting more settled, Wayne Lordan (on Trinity College) arrived on the scene. 'He's actually run a much better race than his finishing position indicates.' Cualificar races in the Godolphin colours and trainer Andre Fabre had recruited the services of their number one rider William Buick for the Lope De Vega colt, who had won each of his last three starts. Buick was pleased with his effort in second, but feel Cualificar will excel over further in time. He said: 'He was really solid and I thought we ended up in a really nice position and he did everything I asked of him really. 'The winner is a good horse, as we all know, and I think he (Cualificar) will probably get further. He will possibly get an Arc prep now and he doesn't lack for quality, that was a very good run. 'Anytime you get a call up to ride for Mr Fabre it's a pleasure.' Louise Benard, Godolphin's French representative added: 'It's a very nice second place, behind a very good colt. It's very promising going forward. 'He's entered in the Grand Prix de Paris (July 13), but we'll have to see how he comes out of this race and how he works in the mornings. The decision lies with Andre Fabre.' Ridari had been rated the leading French hope but he could finish only sixth, one place behind his fellow Aga Khan Studs-owned runner Azimpour. Racing manager Nemone Routh said: 'We're very happy with Azimpour. His draw didn't help, but he produced a very good final straight. He came home strongly, but probably just a bit too late. 'Looking ahead, I think he'll be better on softer ground, so probably more effective later in the year. 'He's entered in the Grand Prix de Paris, but we'll have to reassess, because the track is often a bit too firm for him at that time of year. 'As for Ridari, he doesn't really have any excuses. We're wondering if he truly stays the 2,100 metres. 'Based on the Poule d'Essai form, he should have been just behind the first few. But today, he didn't have the speed to finish off, he lacked something at the end. Maybe the distance is simply too long for him.'
South Wales Guardian
13 hours ago
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Future is bright for Detain after brave French Derby run
Trained by John and Thady Gosden, the Juddmonte-owned runner was unleashed by jockey Christophe Soumillon with a couple of furlongs to run in the mile-and-a-quarter Classic. After briefly appearing to get his head in front, Camille Pissarro swooped up the inside rail to register a half-length win, with Cualificar just denying Detain of second place by a neck. Barry Mahon, Juddmonte's European racing manager, said: 'He ran a very good race and Christophe said he thought he had it, but Ryan Moore and the winner slipped up the rail, then the Godolphin runner came and took second from him. 'Detain has a lot to look forward to this season. The 2,000-metre trip suits him perfectly. We could even consider 2,400 metres. 'We'll stick to this type of race after a short break, as he's had a busy start to the season.' John Gosden admitted he briefly thought the Wootton Bassett colt was going to better his sixth place in the Poule d'Essai des Poulains last month. He said: 'Detain ran a lovely race to be beaten under a length. Half a furlong out I thought he might win, but I'm delighted with his performance and Christophe gave him a lovely ride.' The Gosden team also fielded York novice winner Bowmark but he took a fierce hold in the early stages under Tom Marquand, disputing the lead with eventual fourth Trinity College before dropping away to finish 14th, beaten just over six lengths. Gosden added: 'He got lit up on the way down and when the gates opened, he shot off. Then just as he was getting more settled, Wayne Lordan (on Trinity College) arrived on the scene. 'He's actually run a much better race than his finishing position indicates.' Cualificar races in the Godolphin colours and trainer Andre Fabre had recruited the services of their number one rider William Buick for the Lope De Vega colt, who had won each of his last three starts. Buick was pleased with his effort in second, but feel Cualificar will excel over further in time. He said: 'He was really solid and I thought we ended up in a really nice position and he did everything I asked of him really. 'The winner is a good horse, as we all know, and I think he (Cualificar) will probably get further. He will possibly get an Arc prep now and he doesn't lack for quality, that was a very good run. 'Anytime you get a call up to ride for Mr Fabre it's a pleasure.' Louise Benard, Godolphin's French representative added: 'It's a very nice second place, behind a very good colt. It's very promising going forward. 'He's entered in the Grand Prix de Paris (July 13), but we'll have to see how he comes out of this race and how he works in the mornings. The decision lies with Andre Fabre.' Ridari had been rated the leading French hope but he could finish only sixth, one place behind his fellow Aga Khan Studs-owned runner Azimpour. Racing manager Nemone Routh said: 'We're very happy with Azimpour. His draw didn't help, but he produced a very good final straight. He came home strongly, but probably just a bit too late. 'Looking ahead, I think he'll be better on softer ground, so probably more effective later in the year. 'He's entered in the Grand Prix de Paris, but we'll have to reassess, because the track is often a bit too firm for him at that time of year. 'As for Ridari, he doesn't really have any excuses. We're wondering if he truly stays the 2,100 metres. 'Based on the Poule d'Essai form, he should have been just behind the first few. But today, he didn't have the speed to finish off, he lacked something at the end. Maybe the distance is simply too long for him.'
Rhyl Journal
13 hours ago
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Future is bright for Detain after brave French Derby run
Trained by John and Thady Gosden, the Juddmonte-owned runner was unleashed by jockey Christophe Soumillon with a couple of furlongs to run in the mile-and-a-quarter Classic. After briefly appearing to get his head in front, Camille Pissarro swooped up the inside rail to register a half-length win, with Cualificar just denying Detain of second place by a neck. Barry Mahon, Juddmonte's European racing manager, said: 'He ran a very good race and Christophe said he thought he had it, but Ryan Moore and the winner slipped up the rail, then the Godolphin runner came and took second from him. 'Detain has a lot to look forward to this season. The 2,000-metre trip suits him perfectly. We could even consider 2,400 metres. 'We'll stick to this type of race after a short break, as he's had a busy start to the season.' John Gosden admitted he briefly thought the Wootton Bassett colt was going to better his sixth place in the Poule d'Essai des Poulains last month. He said: 'Detain ran a lovely race to be beaten under a length. Half a furlong out I thought he might win, but I'm delighted with his performance and Christophe gave him a lovely ride.' The Gosden team also fielded York novice winner Bowmark but he took a fierce hold in the early stages under Tom Marquand, disputing the lead with eventual fourth Trinity College before dropping away to finish 14th, beaten just over six lengths. Gosden added: 'He got lit up on the way down and when the gates opened, he shot off. Then just as he was getting more settled, Wayne Lordan (on Trinity College) arrived on the scene. 'He's actually run a much better race than his finishing position indicates.' Cualificar races in the Godolphin colours and trainer Andre Fabre had recruited the services of their number one rider William Buick for the Lope De Vega colt, who had won each of his last three starts. Buick was pleased with his effort in second, but feel Cualificar will excel over further in time. He said: 'He was really solid and I thought we ended up in a really nice position and he did everything I asked of him really. 'The winner is a good horse, as we all know, and I think he (Cualificar) will probably get further. He will possibly get an Arc prep now and he doesn't lack for quality, that was a very good run. 'Anytime you get a call up to ride for Mr Fabre it's a pleasure.' Louise Benard, Godolphin's French representative added: 'It's a very nice second place, behind a very good colt. It's very promising going forward. 'He's entered in the Grand Prix de Paris (July 13), but we'll have to see how he comes out of this race and how he works in the mornings. The decision lies with Andre Fabre.' Ridari had been rated the leading French hope but he could finish only sixth, one place behind his fellow Aga Khan Studs-owned runner Azimpour. Racing manager Nemone Routh said: 'We're very happy with Azimpour. His draw didn't help, but he produced a very good final straight. He came home strongly, but probably just a bit too late. 'Looking ahead, I think he'll be better on softer ground, so probably more effective later in the year. 'He's entered in the Grand Prix de Paris, but we'll have to reassess, because the track is often a bit too firm for him at that time of year. 'As for Ridari, he doesn't really have any excuses. We're wondering if he truly stays the 2,100 metres. 'Based on the Poule d'Essai form, he should have been just behind the first few. But today, he didn't have the speed to finish off, he lacked something at the end. Maybe the distance is simply too long for him.'
