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- New Paper
Sajir springs upset in Prix Maurice de Gheest thriller
French galloper Sajir pulling away to a convincing win in the Group 1 Prix Maurice de Gheest (1,300m) at Deauville on Aug 10, giving both legendary French trainer Andre Fabre and Irish jockey Oisin Murphy their first victories in the feature. That was also the Make Believe four-year-old's maiden Group 1 success. PHOTO: SCOOPDYGA
Leader Live
2 days ago
- Sport
- Leader Live
Sajir shines for Murphy and Fabre in Prix Maurice de Gheest
A winner of the Abernant Stakes at Newmarket earlier in the season, the mount of Oisin Murphy was somewhat unfancied with Jerome Reynier's Royal Ascot hero Lazzat a heavy favourite to defend the crown he wore 12 months ago. James Doyle had attempted to keep things simple by sending his mount forward, but a furlong from home the challengers were gathering on either side with the eye drawn to Murphy aboard Sajir. Sajir springs a shock in the Group One Prix Maurice de Gheest! 🏆 — At The Races (@AtTheRaces) August 10, 2025 Lazzat could soon give no more and it was left to Sajir to surge to glory, with Francis-Henri Graffard's Prix Jean Prat winner Woodshauna unable to close the deficit despite also finishing strongly to take second. Lazzat would finish an honourable third. Fabre said: 'This is the first time I've had him 100 per cent, he was in great condition. 'Prince Faisal is a great breeder, a great owner and a great person.' The son of Prince Faisal's Make Believe now looks set for an appearance at ParisLongchamp on Arc weekend, with Fabre adding: 'Obviously, like his father, the Prix de la Foret will be his path.' It was Murphy's third Group One win of the year after Lead Artist's Lockinge win and striking aboard Tornado Alert in Germany recently. He was delighted to make a successful visit to the Normandy coast to reclaim the mount on Sajir and said: ''He was brilliant today. Andre had him spot on and he travelled beautifully for me. 'He relaxed very well. I was a little bit behind but I tried not to get there too soon. 'I think the horse improved 7lb on any form he'd shown before and he delivered. 'Today he switched his leads and powered to the line. The way he bends his knee he feels like a horse that will handle juice. I'm so happy for Prince Faisal.'
North Wales Chronicle
2 days ago
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
Sajir shines for Murphy and Fabre in Prix Maurice de Gheest
A winner of the Abernant Stakes at Newmarket earlier in the season, the mount of Oisin Murphy was somewhat unfancied with Jerome Reynier's Royal Ascot hero Lazzat a heavy favourite to defend the crown he wore 12 months ago. James Doyle had attempted to keep things simple by sending his mount forward, but a furlong from home the challengers were gathering on either side with the eye drawn to Murphy aboard Sajir. Sajir springs a shock in the Group One Prix Maurice de Gheest! 🏆 — At The Races (@AtTheRaces) August 10, 2025 Lazzat could soon give no more and it was left to Sajir to surge to glory, with Francis-Henri Graffard's Prix Jean Prat winner Woodshauna unable to close the deficit despite also finishing strongly to take second. Lazzat would finish an honourable third. Fabre said: 'This is the first time I've had him 100 per cent, he was in great condition. 'Prince Faisal is a great breeder, a great owner and a great person.' The son of Prince Faisal's Make Believe now looks set for an appearance at ParisLongchamp on Arc weekend, with Fabre adding: 'Obviously, like his father, the Prix de la Foret will be his path.' It was Murphy's third Group One win of the year after Lead Artist's Lockinge win and striking aboard Tornado Alert in Germany recently. He was delighted to make a successful visit to the Normandy coast to reclaim the mount on Sajir and said: ''He was brilliant today. Andre had him spot on and he travelled beautifully for me. 'He relaxed very well. I was a little bit behind but I tried not to get there too soon. 'I think the horse improved 7lb on any form he'd shown before and he delivered. 'Today he switched his leads and powered to the line. The way he bends his knee he feels like a horse that will handle juice. I'm so happy for Prince Faisal.'
Rhyl Journal
2 days ago
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Sajir shines for Murphy and Fabre in Prix Maurice de Gheest
A winner of the Abernant Stakes at Newmarket earlier in the season, the mount of Oisin Murphy was somewhat unfancied with Jerome Reynier's Royal Ascot hero Lazzat a heavy favourite to defend the crown he wore 12 months ago. James Doyle had attempted to keep things simple by sending his mount forward, but a furlong from home the challengers were gathering on either side with the eye drawn to Murphy aboard Sajir. Sajir springs a shock in the Group One Prix Maurice de Gheest! 🏆 — At The Races (@AtTheRaces) August 10, 2025 Lazzat could soon give no more and it was left to Sajir to surge to glory, with Francis-Henri Graffard's Prix Jean Prat winner Woodshauna unable to close the deficit despite also finishing strongly to take second. Lazzat would finish an honourable third. Fabre said: 'This is the first time I've had him 100 per cent, he was in great condition. 'Prince Faisal is a great breeder, a great owner and a great person.' The son of Prince Faisal's Make Believe now looks set for an appearance at ParisLongchamp on Arc weekend, with Fabre adding: 'Obviously, like his father, the Prix de la Foret will be his path.' It was Murphy's third Group One win of the year after Lead Artist's Lockinge win and striking aboard Tornado Alert in Germany recently. He was delighted to make a successful visit to the Normandy coast to reclaim the mount on Sajir and said: ''He was brilliant today. Andre had him spot on and he travelled beautifully for me. 'He relaxed very well. I was a little bit behind but I tried not to get there too soon. 'I think the horse improved 7lb on any form he'd shown before and he delivered. 'Today he switched his leads and powered to the line. The way he bends his knee he feels like a horse that will handle juice. I'm so happy for Prince Faisal.'
The Herald Scotland
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Sajir shines for Murphy and Fabre in Prix Maurice de Gheest
James Doyle had attempted to keep things simple by sending his mount forward, but a furlong from home the challengers were gathering on either side with the eye drawn to Murphy aboard Sajir. Sajir springs a shock in the Group One Prix Maurice de Gheest! 🏆 — At The Races (@AtTheRaces) August 10, 2025 Lazzat could soon give no more and it was left to Sajir to surge to glory, with Francis-Henri Graffard's Prix Jean Prat winner Woodshauna unable to close the deficit despite also finishing strongly to take second. Lazzat would finish an honourable third. Fabre said: 'This is the first time I've had him 100 per cent, he was in great condition. 'Prince Faisal is a great breeder, a great owner and a great person.' The son of Prince Faisal's Make Believe now looks set for an appearance at ParisLongchamp on Arc weekend, with Fabre adding: 'Obviously, like his father, the Prix de la Foret will be his path.' Oisin Murphy tasted Group One glory at Deauville (PA) It was Murphy's third Group One win of the year after Lead Artist's Lockinge win and striking aboard Tornado Alert in Germany recently. He was delighted to make a successful visit to the Normandy coast to reclaim the mount on Sajir and said: ''He was brilliant today. Andre had him spot on and he travelled beautifully for me. 'He relaxed very well. I was a little bit behind but I tried not to get there too soon. 'I think the horse improved 7lb on any form he'd shown before and he delivered. 'Today he switched his leads and powered to the line. The way he bends his knee he feels like a horse that will handle juice. I'm so happy for Prince Faisal.'
