Saturday promises a full card of flat racing from Deauville and Saratoga, broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing.
3.51 Deauville – Elmonjed heads a classy field of eight
Tell Me steps down in class as he takes on seven rivals in the Group Three Price of Ris‑Orangis at Deauville.
William Haggas’ sprinter produced a career‑best win in the Group Two Minster Stakes at York in May and should be able to handle the competition despite conceding weight throughout.
Summer Sail finished close in his recent outing at Chantilly and merits respect, while Canning offers a solid option to watch.
Charibelle recorded an easy victory at Saint‑Cloud but will need to improve as she steps up in class.
12.05 Deauville – Exciting clash between Avec Toi and Queen Of The Day
The Listed Roland de Chambere Prize opens with unbeaten Avec Toi meeting Queen Of The Day in a compelling duel.
Christopher Head’s Avec Toi delivered a scintillating win at Saint‑Cloud last month, and the runner‑up’s form further strengthens his credentials.
Queen Of The Day impressed in her debut, beating Woot Woot at Saint‑Cloud, and with that opponent having subsequently won, she presents a strong alternative.
Algebra, who won her sole start at Saint‑Cloud, also warrants attention in this deep field.
1.50 Deauville – UK contenders Crownbreaker and Minzelle face off
British runners Crownbreaker and Minzelle meet in the Listed Yacowlef Prize.
Keen Phillipart de Foy rides Crownbreaker, unbeaten in three starts but producing a strong fifth‑place effort behind Victorious in the Queen Mary at Royal Ascot, indicating a drop in class.
Karl Burke’s Minzelle, purchased for 450,000 gns as a yearling, debuted with a third place behind the well‑regarded Sea Venture. She performed admirably at Catterick and could be among the leaders here.
Drazinda drew an unfavorable position at Royal Ascot and may rebound, while Vollering and Timur are also worth watching.
Best of the Rest
9.06 Saratoga – Grade One Belmont Oaks – Charlie Appleby’s Abashiri leads a ten‑runner field.
10.20 Saratoga – Grade One Belmont Derby – Pacific Avenue and Title Role meet again, with Remember Mamba also noteworthy.
3.07 Deauville – Listed race – Hassaleh represents the Charlie Appleby stable.
