ParisLongchamp: Caballo De Mar deprives Scandinavia of a
By OnzeActu · · 5 min read
Caballo De Mar ended Scandinavia's run of eight consecutive victories by winning the Prix du Cadran for the second consecutive year, following a neck-and-neck finish and a post-race investigation at ParisLongchamp.
According to Skysports.
Context
Caballo De Mar, trained by George Scott, demonstrated exceptional resilience in winning against Scandinavia, a horse who had been in great form. Oisin Murphy, his jockey, played a key role in this victory, proving that tactics and timing are crucial in such hotly contested races. The rivalry between these two horses could well become one of the defining stories of the coming racing seasons.
Why it matters
Caballo De Mar's victory in the Prix du Cadran is significant, as it ends the impressive run of Scandinavia, who had dominated the scene with eight consecutive victories, including five in Group 1. This performance reinforces Caballo De Mar's reputation as a formidable competitor, particularly on the soil of ParisLongchamp, where he has now won three Group 1 races. It also highlights the importance of racing strategy and horse management by trainer George Scott.
Key points
- ParisLongchamp: Caballo De Mar deprives Scandinavia of one.
- Caballo De Mar ended Scandinavia's streak of eight consecutive victories by winning the Prix du Cadran for the second consecutive year, following a neck-and-neck finish and a post-race investigation at ParisLongchamp.
- ParisLongchamp: Caballo De Mar upsets Scandinavia in Prix du Cadran | Racing News | Sky Sports.
The Prix du Cadran 2023 at ParisLongchamp will be remembered for the intensity of its finish and the anthology duel between Caballo De Mar and Scandinavia. Winner of this event last year, the resident of George Scott once again showed unfailing determination to win against his formidable opponent, who had eight consecutive successes, including five group 1s.
Led by Oisin Murphy, Caballo De Mar waited until the last furlong to make his decisive effort and briefly take the lead, overtaking Scandinavia as well as Queenstown, the leader of the day who was gradually weakening. After a fierce fight in the straight, Scandinavia managed to regain the advantage, but Scott's sprinter drew on his resources to get back in front by a neck in the very last meters.
This victory did not end without suspense, since the stewards opened an investigation after a complaint made by Ryan Moore, jockey from Scandinavia, who felt that his horse had been hampered by Caballo De Mar in the final strides. After examination, the decision was rendered in favor of the Scott team, thus validating the victory of the thwarted favorite.
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George Scott was moved after the event: “What an incredible performance from the horse and the whole team at home. He’s a very special horse for us and to win the Cadran here again is great. He is an unusual character, sometimes very lazy and difficult to manage, but he gives his all when it is necessary. »
Before the race, the coach had already spoken about his chances against the favorite: “We wanted to stay close to Scandinavia and everything went as planned. My horse loves this track, he was showing all the positive signs, while Scandinavia was coming off a very tough race in Ireland. We thought we could beat him today, but we remain cautious. We'll see how he recovers from this effort, but he could well head to Ascot next on Champions Day. »
For his part, Aidan O'Brien, coach of Scandinavia, recognized the fatigue accumulated by his resident after a long season: “He had a good race, but the ground was a little slow for him. Ryan said he was coming back strong in the straight. It's probably the end of his season, we didn't plan to present him at Ascot because the ground there would be too dry. »
This edition of the Prix du Cadran therefore saw a titanic duel between two elite stayers where Caballo De Mar superbly defended his title at ParisLongchamp, once again proving his status as champion over the legendary distance of the Qatar Prix du Cadran.
The rest
After this victory, Caballo De Mar could be considered for other high-level races, thus strengthening his status in the racing world. Scandinavia connections, meanwhile, will need to evaluate their horse's performance and consider adjustments for future races. A possible rematch between these two horses could also be on the cards, captivating racing fans across Europe.
Frequently asked questions
What happened during the 2023 Prix du Cadran?
Caballo De Mar won the 2023 Prix du Cadran at ParisLongchamp, beating Scandinavia who were aiming for a ninth consecutive victory.
Who confirmed Caballo De Mar's victory?
Caballo De Mar's victory was validated by the stewards after an investigation following a complaint from Ryan Moore, Scandinavia jockey.
Why is this victory significant now?
This victory is significant because it ends the streak of eight consecutive victories for Scandinavia, a horse who had won five Group 1s.
What changes took place during the race?
Caballo De Mar made a decisive effort
if in the last furlong, overtaking Scandinavia and Queenstown to finally win the race.
Who rode Caballo De Mar in this race?
Caballo De Mar was ridden by Oisin Murphy during the Prix du Cadran 2023.