Winner in 2022 and then fifth in 2023 of the second edition of the Polytrack Challenge, the Luthier Prize, Fast Raj will therefore not have waited long to re-register his name on the list of winners of this winter list. Recent second in the Irish River Prize (L.), the son ofIffraaj could not go back in time Mount Athos lately. These two met again on Wednesday, but the first city had a three-pound advantage this time. A factor that changed everything. Relayed to the rearguard as often, Fast Raj then waited for the final straight to place his well-known devastating acceleration. Result of the races, a length reflects its superiority in passing the disc. “I’m very happy, because he’s the team’s mascot”exclaims his mentor, Yann Barberot. His morning rider, Quentin, told me that he was at his best. He will therefore be able to obtain his coaching license (laughs). The horse loves this track. He would rather have had to be second to hope to win the challenge, because he will now have an extra charge if he takes part in the Prix Saônois (L.) in Cagnes. I’m also thinking of maybe going to Dubai. One thing is certain, it is that he will do one of the two…” Second, not without some bad luck in the final phase, Vertbois uncovers his bold character and delights those around him. “He has the measure of such a race, that’s for sure. When he is involved in competition, he is capable of showing great things. This bodes well for next year”explains Louise Benard, who manages the interests of Godolphin France. A short neckline further, Maturalowinner at this level in Italy, completes the podium. His mentor, Mario Baratti, analyzes: “He got bogged down in the Prix Perth (Gr. III) recently. Today he shows his true face. It is not impossible that we go to Dubai during the winter.”
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